RN Clinical Director

About the role

Continuum Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) with strong clinical knowledge and supervisory experience to serve as the Clinical Director. This role involves leading an interdisciplinary team of clinicians to provide exceptional care to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Champion Comprehensive Patient Support: Coordinate and oversee a wide range of patient services, ensuring alignment with established hospice program policies.
• Empowering Teams: Provide guidance and support to an amazing team of clinicians, fostering continuous improvement in hospice care services.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct meticulous chart audits, overseeing medical record upkeep for compliance with regulations, certification standards, and ethical care benchmarks.
• Training Excellence: Participate in crafting orientation and in-service training for nursing and clinical staff, nurturing their growth across all proficiency levels.
• Performance Advancement: Evaluate and uplift clinical staff performance during probation and annually, offering valuable teaching and counseling to enhance the delivery of services from our clinicians.
• Collaborative Leadership: Lead interdisciplinary team gatherings to refine patient/family care plans, encouraging the exchange of insights, resolution of challenges, and nurturing professional camaraderie.

Qualifications

• Hold current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse.
• A Bachelor's degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience as a professional nurse providing direct patient care in hospice, home health or community health, in the last five (5) years, and a minimum one year of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of terminal care with expertise in crisis intervention, pain and symptom control, clinical bedside nursing, and family counseling.
• Demonstrated ability to execute a supportive, sensitive approach to staff and patient/family needs.
• Must be computer proficient in typing and various programs, including background in EMR.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Must have and maintain a current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

Benefits

The average salary range for this position is $155,000 - $165,000 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.

Pay

$155,000 - $165,000 per year (Average Salary Range)

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm