RN Assistant Director of Nursing

Responsibilities

• Aid in coordinating patient care aspects of the Hospice Program and the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Ensure referral/admission process adheres to Caris HealthCare's customer service standards.
• Assign and oversee scheduling of patient care staff.
• Maintain oversight of periodic reviews of patient medical records, employee visits, and daily activity reports to ensure compliance with agency standards, licensure requirements, and professional community health nursing standards.
• Verify the accuracy and consistency of documentation with payor requirements and company policy.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of operation.
• One (1) year experience in patient care skills in hospice or palliative care, oncology, or home health preferred.
• A working knowledge of the objectives, framework, organization, and function of a hospice program, as well as programs offered by different payors including Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance.
• Basic computer knowledge/skill.

Pay

Pay range: $76,000 - $84,000 yearly, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Eligibility
• Eligible for benefits within 60 days
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision); health spending account
• Paid Time Off/Holidays
• 401 (K) plan with company match
• Paid Training
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career Advancement Opportunities

About the Role

The Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director Of Nursing/Patient Care Manager with coordinating all aspects of patient/family care and support and facilitates communication and interaction among personnel providing services to terminally ill patients.

Schedule

Flexible Scheduling

Caris HealthCare is an affiliate of NHC.

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