RN Clinical Director

Overview

Legacy Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) with strong clinical knowledge and supervisory experience to serve as the Clinical Director. This role offers advancement opportunities for RNs committed to hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Champion Comprehensive Patient Support: Coordinate and oversee a variety of patient services, aligning with hospice program policies.
• Empowering Teams: Provide guidance and support to a team of clinicians, promoting continuous improvement in hospice care services.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough chart audits, ensuring medical records meet regulatory, certification, and ethical care standards.
• Training Excellence: Develop and deliver orientation and in-service training for nursing and clinical staff, enhancing their skills at all levels.
• Performance Advancement: Evaluate and mentor clinical staff during probation and annually, offering coaching and counseling to improve service delivery.
• Collaborative Leadership: Facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings to refine patient/family care plans, fostering collaboration and professional camaraderie.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare preferred.
• Registered Nurse with a current state license to practice in the state where the office is located.
• A minimum of 3 years of nursing experience, including 1 year in hospice, home health, or oncology settings, and 1 year of supervisory experience in hospice or home health care.
• Demonstrated expertise in terminal care, crisis intervention, pain and symptom control, clinical bedside nursing, and family counseling.
• Computer proficiency in typing and various programs, including experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification if required by state law.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to reliable transportation.