Hospice Administrator, Registered Nurse
Company: PruittHealth
Location: Ladson
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
PruittHealth is a COVID-19 vaccine-mandated employer.
CHARLESTON AREA
Hospice Administrator/RN
Quick Apply Option: To apply please email
huma.alam@pruitthealth.com
JOB PURPOSE:
To administer the day to day operations of the programs and
implement the policies of the Governing Body
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implements partner relations practices necessary to establish a
positive company-partner relationship and promote a high level of
partner morale.
Keeps supervisor informed of daily activities and issues. Proposes
solutions to all issues.
Must get along with co-workers; maintain effective relationships
with management staff, employees, and the general public.
Organizes the agency in accordance with the laws and regulations
pertaining to the operation of a hospice in the state where the
agency is licensed.
Organizes and directs the agency's ongoing functions; maintains
liaison among the Governing Body, the group
of Professional Personnel and the staff.
Directors, and outside agencies with current information required
for operational decisions.
Facilitates system for communication among the hospice staff,
hospice care team, and patients/family unites and/or legal
guardians/representatives when applicable.
Maintains and implements policies and procedures for provision of
hospice care and services, as well as
policies related to management, operation, and evaluation of the
hospice's performance.
Facilitates involvement of the IDG in policy development.
Responsible for recruitment and employment of qualified staff in
sufficient numbers for the provision of care and
services.
Participates in the development and implementation of an
orientation program for each partner to include, but not limited
to, agency services and specific job duties.
Responsible for partner oversight in regards to compliance with the
completion of annual training and education programs.
Follows all company policies and procedures, state, and federal
laws and regulations, and charged with reporting violations to the
appropriate supervisor.
Carries out all duties with a "Committed to Caring" attitude and in
accordance with the company's mission,
vision, and philosophy.
Maintains confidentially of company information.
Demonstrates integrity at all times.
Able to respond to change productively and handle additional
projects as assigned.
Able to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this job (with
or without reasonable accommodation) without posing specific or
current risk of substantial harm to the health and safety of self
and others.
Supervises and participates in the development and implementation
of Performance Improvement, utilization
Review, and Peer Review Program of the agency.
Personnel Administration
Employs professional administrative and other qualified staff to
meet the needs of the patients admitted.
Supervises and evaluates all professional and administrative
staff.
Develops and implements personnel records on all staff members.
Develops and maintains personnel records on all staff members.
Provides orientation, training and continuing education of the
staff.
Responsible for monitoring staff compliance with completion of
annual training and education programs.
Contracts for all services not provided by paid staff.
Financial Administration
Develops and implements budget and shall ensure that the following
responsibilities are fulfilled:
The submission of a monthly financial report to the Regional
Director
The preparation and submission of an annual financial report to the
Governing Body and the membership
The maintenance of all payroll records in compliance with federal,
state, and local laws and regulations.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with the agency's budgeted
financial and census goals
Advises the Governing Body regarding the needs of the agency
concerning insurance for property and professional liability and
maintain in effect such policies of insurance as directed by the
Governing Body.
Public Relations
Directs community relations for United Hospice and serves as its
representative on civic and professional boards.
Serves as a liaison person with the State and National Hospice
organizations of which the agency is a member.
Serves as a liaison with the Governing Body, Executive Directory,
and the United Hospice Staff.
Ensures the accuracy of public information materials and
activities.
Ensures compliance with the agency Start of Care goals.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
--- Participate in center/agency surveys and any subsequently
required reports.
--- Attend and participate in continuing educational programs to
keep abreast of changes in your field as well as to maintain
current license/certification, as required.
--- Attend and participate in mandatory inservices.
--- Honor patients/residents' rights to fair and equitable
treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and
civil rights, including the right to wage complaints.
--- Comply with corporate compliance program.
--- Report job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational
hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as
necessary.
--- Follow established safety regulations, to include fire
protection & prevention, smoking regulations, infection control,
etc.
--- Follow established safety procedures when performing tasks
and/or working with equipment.
--- Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by
supervisor.
The administrator shall have the authority and responsibility for
the functions and activities of the Hospice, be an employee of the
Hospice, and be available within a reasonable time and distance.
Administrators hired subsequent to the promulgation of this
regulation shall hold at least a baccalaureate or associate degree
and have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a
health-related field within the past five (5) years. A qualified
staff member shall be designated, in writing, to act in the absence
of the administrator.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Current RN license. Holds a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
degree in a healthcare field, human services administrative area,
or has served as a hospice administrator under a state approved
hospice and home care program or has equivalent administrative work
experience in a healthcare facility.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Minimum of two years hospice management experience.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
in the state of practice.
Current Driver's License and Automobile Liability Insurance.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)
--- Orientation to United Hospice and any other training that may
be necessary to complete the assigned duties effectively.
--- Has shown successful completion of related field.
--- Skills in supervisory relationships and communication.
--- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
--- Satisfactory results of criminal history check, Office of the
Inspector General Sanction Check, and licensure validations.
--- Must have a commitment to and understanding of the hospice
concept.
--- Must have skills in supervisory relationships and
communications, both written and oral.
--- Must participate in orientation and training programs.
--- Possess knowledge of computer software for application in
office settings. Must be well organized and able to set priorities.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Has never been shown by
credible evidence to have abused, neglected, sexually assaulted,
exploited, or deprived any person or to have subjected any person
to serious injury as a result of intentional or grossly negligent
misconduct as evidenced by an oral or written statement to this
effect obtained at the time of application.
--- Attendance - must maintain timely, regular attendance.
--- Punctuality.
--- Professional appearance.
--- Communicates well with patients/residents/clients and family
members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable
attitude to families, visitors, patients/residents/clients and
responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring
demeanor. Answers questions when appropriate in a professional
manner.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption required by
date of hire
Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family.
Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a
difference.
We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at
PruittHealth!
As a condition of employment at PruittHealth, all employees are
required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire
unless a medical or religious exemption is approved.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified
applicants will receive consideration without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran
status.
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