Hospice Director jobs in Washington, DC

Our Company

Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

We’re looking for a Director of Clinical Services - RN to join our team.

You will report directly to the Executive Director. You will be responsible for the day-to day operation at the local office.  Ensuring the appropriate delivery of patient services and compliance with the Conditions of Participation of the Medicare Hospice Benefit, State Hospice regulations and the operating model.  

• Establish and maintain standards of high quality care and customer service in compliance with federal and state regulations and guidelines.
• Establish implement and evaluate goals and objectives for Hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy.
• Maintain compliance with all legal rules and regulations.
• Manage all expenditures in a fiscally responsible manner in accordance with the Company’s budget.

About You

• A current RN license (in the state of requested employment or ability to obtain)

• Three years’ experience in direct patient care in a clinical setting required.

• Minimum one year of management/supervisory experience required.

• Two or more years’ experience in hospice or home care required.

• Must be able to demonstrate flexibility by performing a variety of tasks, often changing from one to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
• Communicate effectively with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

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