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Forthright Case Management Llc

RN Director - Palliative Care Advanced Illness Management

Forthright Case Management Llc, Akron, Ohio, United States, 44329


Our Company

Empatia 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

Join us to make a difference when life matters most

We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That’s why we offer personal care, palliative care and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.

The

RN Director of Advanced Illness Management (AIM)

will report directly to the VP of Palliative Care. You will:

Be responsible for the overall clinical and financial operations of the Advanced Illness Management Program.

Establish, implement, and evaluate goals and objectives for advanced illness management that meet and promote high standards of quality clinical care and sound financial success.

Meet growth and development targets, both clinically and financially, at the branch level.

Manage all expenditures in a fiscally responsible manner in accordance with the Company’s budget.

be responsible for the employment of qualified palliative care personnel and the provision of palliative care services and the delegation and coordination of branch personnel evaluations.

Establish and maintain standards of high-quality care and customer service in compliance with federal and state regulations and guidelines.

May provide skilled professional nursing care to patients as prescribed by the MD/NP and in compliance with regulations by the State Board of Registered Nursing and company policies.

Assess callers’ symptoms and needs and advises in basic treatment.

Provide education or support to patient’s/families/caregivers.

Collaborate with Nurse Practitioner, PCP, and/ or Medical Director to address patient needs.

About You

Registered Nurse Director / RN Director Requirements:

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

Excellent leadership, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent organizational, problem solving, decision-making, assertiveness, presentation and communication skills required.

Knowledge of seriously ill patients and their families and understanding of palliative care and the ability to apply knowledge to the special needs of palliative care patients.

Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of Gentiva and licensing board.

Compliance with accepted professional standards and practices.

Some Travel may be required as requested.

Education/Experience:

Registered Nurse with Home Health, Hospice and/or Palliative Care Experience preferred

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Business Administration or related field; or equivalent experience and knowledge in Health Care Operations required.

Master’s degree in business or related field preferred.

Minimum of 2 years health care administration/operations management required

Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care - preferred

Prior experience with budgetary responsibilities including budget development and monitoring required.

Understanding of Medicare/Medicaid, Commercial insurance billing and reimbursement, and value-based care.

Training/Equipment:

Fluent competence in computer and smart phone navigation.

Working knowledge of, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint.

Must have and maintain reliable transportation to be used for work. Must have and maintain current automobile insurance and valid driver’s license

We Offer

As a

Registered Nurse Director / RN Director,

you will be eligible for:

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Wellness Program and Resources including:

A dedicated Accolade Care Coordinator for personalized care management support of all your healthcare needs

Telemedicine Program

Type 2 Diabetes Management Program via Virta Health

A complete Joint and Spine Program with concierge services via Nimble Orthopedics

Generous Paid Time Off (plan increases with tenure) and 7 paid holidays

Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)

401(k) with company matching contributions

Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels

One on One Onboarding Program

Free Continuing Education Units

Tuition Program that includes:

Access to 280+ program at 25+ learning partners

Programs at every education level from ASN to BSN or BSN to MSN

Online classes with flexible start dates

Tuition reimbursement

Company paid life and long-term disability insurance

Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance

Local and national award programs

Referral bonus program

Mileage reimbursement or Fleet Program

Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

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

ReqID: 2024-103279

Category:

Clinical Management

Position Type: Full-Time

Company: Empatia

Type of Service: Palliative Care Only

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