Hospice Clinical Manager
About the role
Oversees hospice program development including, but not limited to, staff education, data management, and implementation of appropriate clinical practice in hospice. Establish functions and qualifications for all personnel. Determine staffing needs and staffing patterns according to program requirements and with consideration for utilization of personnel at their maximum potential. Oversee compliance with personnel policies. Reviews performance of all direct reports. Responsible for program development in all areas of the hospice program. Monitor compliance with board-approved budget. Monitor day-to-day compliance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements as defined by various government agencies. Maintain compliance with all Joint Commission, state and federal regulations. Assists with initial and ongoing education of all clinical staff in hospice. Assists with the orientation, preceptorship and ongoing education of all new staff to hospice. Collaborates with other departments to develop, maintain and monitor policies and standards related to hospice activities. With clinicians and intake determines patient eligibility for care within the program guidelines established. Provide clinical expertise and serves as a resource to staff and the community. Participates in Agency Quality Improvement program. Analyzes changes in regulatory, reimbursement, hospice and palliative care program funding and recommends revisions to proposed or current policies. Other duties as assigned. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
Registered Nurse currently licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. BSN, Master’s degree in Nursing or Public Health or Nurse Practioner preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or administrative experience in a home health agency, hospice or related health program. Ability in program administration. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to utilize available hardware and software.
About Cape Cod Healthcare
Cape Cod Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare services for residents and visitors of Cape Cod. With more than 600 physicians, over 5,000 employees and over 250 volunteers, Cape Cod Healthcare is comprised of two acute care hospitals, a Level III trauma center, the Cape’s leading provider of homecare and hospice services (VNA), seven urgent care centers, a primary and specialty care network, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, an assisted living facility, and numerous health services and programs.
We are committed to achieving and maintaining the highest standards in healthcare by partnering with other health and human service providers and continuing to invest in new technologies. By offering services like imaging and radiology, heart and vascular care, surgical services, orthopedics and urgent care, Cape Cod Healthcare provides access to exceptional medical services across the Cape.
For over a century, we have never wavered from our mission: To coordinate and deliver the highest quality, accessible health services, which enhance the health of all Cape Cod residents and visitors.
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Hospice Clinical Manager
About the role
Oversees hospice program development including, but not limited to, staff education, data management, and implementation of appropriate clinical practice in hospice. Establish functions and qualifications for all personnel. Determine staffing needs and staffing patterns according to program requirements and with consideration for utilization of personnel at their maximum potential. Oversee compliance with personnel policies. Reviews performance of all direct reports. Responsible for program development in all areas of the hospice program. Monitor compliance with board-approved budget. Monitor day-to-day compliance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements as defined by various government agencies. Maintain compliance with all Joint Commission, state and federal regulations. Assists with initial and ongoing education of all clinical staff in hospice. Assists with the orientation, preceptorship and ongoing education of all new staff to hospice. Collaborates with other departments to develop, maintain and monitor policies and standards related to hospice activities. With clinicians and intake determines patient eligibility for care within the program guidelines established. Provide clinical expertise and serves as a resource to staff and the community. Participates in Agency Quality Improvement program. Analyzes changes in regulatory, reimbursement, hospice and palliative care program funding and recommends revisions to proposed or current policies. Other duties as assigned. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects VNA’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
Registered Nurse currently licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. BSN, Master’s degree in Nursing or Public Health or Nurse Practioner preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or administrative experience in a home health agency, hospice or related health program. Ability in program administration. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to utilize available hardware and software.
About Cape Cod Healthcare
Cape Cod Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare services for residents and visitors of Cape Cod. With more than 600 physicians, over 5,000 employees and over 250 volunteers, Cape Cod Healthcare is comprised of two acute care hospitals, a Level III trauma center, the Cape’s leading provider of homecare and hospice services (VNA), seven urgent care centers, a primary and specialty care network, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, an assisted living facility, and numerous health services and programs.
We are committed to achieving and maintaining the highest standards in healthcare by partnering with other health and human service providers and continuing to invest in new technologies. By offering services like imaging and radiology, heart and vascular care, surgical services, orthopedics and urgent care, Cape Cod Healthcare provides access to exceptional medical services across the Cape.
For over a century, we have never wavered from our mission: To coordinate and deliver the highest quality, accessible health services, which enhance the health of all Cape Cod residents and visitors.