Team Manager – Hospice

Overview

• Lead a dedicated hospice team, ensuring exceptional patient-centered care and adherence to program goals and policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care plans and family support strategies.
• Provide mentorship to nursing staff, fostering professional growth and excellence in palliative care delivery.
• Oversee staff scheduling and assignments to maintain compliance with regulatory standards and staffing ratios.
• Monitor and evaluate nursing documentation to ensure regulatory compliance and quality standards.
• Participate in community outreach initiatives to support admissions and promote hospice services.
• Maintain availability beyond core hours to address incidents and ensure seamless care delivery.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Support the Associate Director in managing daily operations of hospice nursing services and team coordination.
• Mentor RN Case Managers in developing effective care plans and symptom management strategies.
• Schedule and coordinate staff assignments to ensure optimal service delivery and patient satisfaction.
• Evaluate nursing documentation for compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Conduct community presentations to promote hospice services and support outreach efforts.
• Provide leadership and guidance to nursing staff, fostering professional development and excellence.
• Respond to incidents beyond core hours to ensure continuity of care and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient and family care experiences.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution required.
• Minimum of five years of hospice nursing experience; leadership experience preferred.
• Active New York State RN licensure required; CHPN certification preferred or obtainable within one year.
• Proficiency in Word, Outlook, and Windows applications essential for documentation and communication.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide and develop nursing staff effectively.
• Experience in triage, after-hours, or on-call home care settings highly valued.
• Availability to address incidents and ensure care continuity beyond standard hours.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.