Nurse Manager Hospice

Overview

• Lead and mentor nursing staff in providing exceptional hospice and palliative care services.
• Ensure compliance with program philosophy, goals, and policies while maintaining high-quality care standards.
• Coordinate staff assignments in alignment with established staffing ratios and program requirements.
• Provide guidance on pain and symptom management to empower RN Case Managers.
• Evaluate nursing documentation for completeness and compliance with regulations and policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient and family care goals.
• Participate in community outreach presentations to promote hospice services.
• Support the Associate Director in achieving organizational objectives and mentoring staff.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Supervise and mentor nursing staff to ensure high-quality hospice and palliative care delivery.
• Develop and manage staff schedules to meet patient care needs effectively.
• Monitor and evaluate nursing documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide leadership in pain and symptom management practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve patient-centered care goals.
• Conduct community presentations to promote hospice services and educate stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to state and federal regulations in all nursing practices.
• Support organizational objectives through effective mentorship and leadership.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent degree required.
• Minimum of five years of hospice nursing experience.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• New York State RN licensure required.
• National Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPN) preferred or obtainable within one year.
• Proficiency in Word, Outlook, and Windows applications.
• Strong ability to supervise and mentor nursing staff effectively.
• Experience working within interdisciplinary team environments.