Hospice Administrator

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Administrator is responsible for the overall direction of hospice. The Administrator establishes, implements and evaluates goals and objectives for the hospice that meets and promotes the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and hospice philosophy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Coordinates and oversees all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical organization personnel.
  • Provides guidance and counseling to Coordinators and Clinical Supervisors to assist them in continually improving all aspects of hospice care services, provided through organization personnel.
  • Assists Clinical Supervisors in managing clinical teams and planning.
  • Provides help in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient and family/caregiver care to all clinical personnel as indicated.
  • Assists the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer in the preparation and administration of the organization's budget.
  • Interprets operational indicators to detect census changes and increases or decreases in volume that could impact staffing levels, revenues or expenses.
  • Evaluates performance of Patient Care Manager and staff.
  • Assists Patient Care Manager to develop skills and techniques in evaluating the performance of clinicians.
  • Hires, evaluates, and terminates organization personnel.
  • Oversees the maintenance of patient clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
  • Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
  • Responsible for the maintenance of adequate and appropriate inventory supplies and equipment for the provision of patient services.
  • Develops, implements and evaluates the orientation program for new organization personnel. Responsible for orientation of new organization personnel, directly or delegated.
  • Assists in planning and implementation of in-services and continuing education programs to meet education and training needs of clinical personnel.
  • Helps lead the compliance team with the evaluation of organization performance via performance improvement program, productivity, quarterly and annual reviews. Assures for the quality and safe delivery of hospice services provided through the Organization.
  • Assists in the development of organization goals. Develops, recommends, and administers Organization policies and procedures.
  • Assures compliance with all local, state and federal laws regarding licensure and certification of clinical personnel.
  • Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and hospice care; shares information with appropriate organization personnel.
  • Promotes hospice referrals in the health care community.
  • Work on call shifts.
  • Other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
  • Registered nurse in the State with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State.
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing; master’s degree in nursing preferred.
  • Three years of management experience in a hospice or related health care field.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
  • Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
  • Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or Organization requirements and is in good working order.
  • Has excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills.
  • No weight restrictions
  • Knowledge of business management and governmental regulations.
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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