Reports To: DON/Clinical Supervisor
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Assistant Clinical Director is responsible for supporting the overall direction of hospice clinical services. The Assistant Clinical Director establishes, implements and evaluates goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and
philosophy.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
1\. Coordinates and oversees all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical
organization personnel.
2\. Provides guidance and counseling to the Clinical Staff to assist them in continually improving all aspects of hospice care services, provided through organization personnel.
3\. Assists Clinical Staff in planning.
4\. Provides help in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient and family/caregiver care to all clinical personnel as indicated.
5\. Assists the Executive Director/Administrator in the preparation and administration of the organization's budget.
6\. Interprets operational indicators to detect census changes and increases or decreases in volume that could impact staffing levels, revenues or expenses.
7\. Evaluates performance of Clinical Staff.
8\. Assists Clinical Staff to develop skills and techniques in evaluating the performance .
9\. Hires, evaluates, and terminates organization personnel.
10\. Conducts annual evaluations on clinicians, or more frequently if indicated.
11\. Oversees the maintenance of patient clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
12\. Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
13\. Responsible for the maintenance of adequate and appropriate inventory supplies and equipment for the provision of patient services.
14\. Develops, implements and evaluates the orientation program for new organization personnel. Responsible for orientation of new organization personnel, directly or delegated.
15\. Plans and implements inservice and continuing education programs to meet education and training needs of organization personnel.
16\. Assists 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.
17\. Assists in the development of organization goals. Develops, recommends, and administers Organization policies and procedures.
18\. Assures compliance with all local, state and federal laws regarding licensure and certification of organization personnel and, maintains compliance to the CHAP Home Care standards.
19\. Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and hospice care; shares information with appropriate organization personnel.
20\. Promotes hospice referrals in the health care community.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job\- related tasks other than those stated in this description.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
1\. Registered nurse in the State with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State.
2\. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing.
Master’s degree in hospice preferred.
3\. At least 2 years of experience in Management in a hospice or related health care organization.
4\. Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
5\. Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
6\. 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.
7\. Has excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills.
8\. Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards.
Job Type: Full\-time
Pay: $80,000\.00 \- $105,000\.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Las Vegas, NV 89129