Team Manager – Hospice

Overview

• Lead and manage a team of nursing professionals within a hospice care setting.
• Ensure adherence to hospice and palliative care standards and organizational policies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to nursing staff, promoting excellence in patient care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve patient and family care goals.
• Monitor and evaluate nursing documentation for compliance with regulations.
• Participate in community outreach and presentations to promote hospice services.
• Support the Associate Director in scheduling and staffing decisions.
• Maintain availability for follow-up on incidents beyond standard working hours.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Supervise and mentor nursing staff to ensure high-quality hospice care delivery.
• Coordinate staff assignments in line with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Empower RN Case Managers in pain and symptom management practices.
• Evaluate nursing documentation for accuracy and compliance with policies.
• Conduct community presentations to enhance awareness of hospice services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet patient care objectives.
• Ensure availability for incident follow-ups outside regular working hours.
• Support the Associate Director in operational and strategic planning.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years of hospice nursing experience.
• Supervisory or leadership experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• New York State RN licensure required.
• 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 in triage, on-call, or after-hours care is essential.