Hospice Clinical Manager

Description Who we are: Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. We are among the nation’s Best Places to Work and pride ourselves on our compassionate patient centered care and team-oriented culture. Shift Information: This position is Full-Time, working Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.What we offer: Health Insurance401(k)Dental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid time offTuition Reimbursement | HPSA DesignatedEmployee Education ScholarshipsEmployee Referral ProgramMerit IncreasesFree access to a beautiful onsite fitness facilityWhat you will do: The Hospice Clinical Manager will direct and specialize in hospice care for hospice patients in their place of residence. The Hospice Clinical Manager is responsible for assisting in the overall coordination and supervision of the plan of care for Hospice patients and caregivers, including home, nursing home, assisted living and inpatient care. The Hospice Clinical Manger coordinates with the Hospice IDG team, patient, caregivers, Hospice Medical Director, Primary Care Physician, Specialist or other providers to work towards plan of care goals. The Hospice Clinical Manager assumes responsibility for coordination of care, serving as a liaison between the Hospice IDG team, patients, caregivers, pharmacies, facility staff, physicians and other providers. The Hospice Clinical Manager oversees and monitors all patient care based on provider orders, compliance, departmental policies and procedures, state and federal laws and regulations, Joint Commission and best practice. The Hospice Clinical Manger leads Hospice IDG meetings and other team meetings as indicated. The Hospice Clinical Manger performs supervisory visits. The Hospice Clinical Manager performs on-call responsibilities.Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in nursingRequired Skills: Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Effective professional communication skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to utilize Microsoft Office effectively.Preferred Skills: Experience with Home Care Home Base, MeditechRequired Licensure/Registration/Certification: Current Texas state license in appropriate discipline; CPR certified; current Texas Driver’s license; current auto insurance. Must have reliable transportation.Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification: Hospice and Palliative Care certified; Wound Care CertifiedRequired Experience: Three years experience in respective discipline, three years’ experience in supervisory position in healthcare administration.Preferred Experience: Hospice or Home Care experienceIND123