Hospice - Director of Nursing
Company: Transitions Care - Southeast Michigan
Location: Lansing
Posted on: October 29, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Our people are the difference.Transitions Care is a
leading hospice organization that has changed the hospice
experience for patients, families, and team members. Imagine a
healthcare company that provides 24/7 access to services in the
comfort of the patient's home - providing the physical, emotional,
and spiritual support that allows a patient to focus on living.At
Transitions, you don't have to imagine! Apply now to join our team
and experience the Transitions difference!As a Director of Nursing
at Transitions Care you are responsible for the support and
overseeing of regional clinical services. Establish, implement, and
evaluate goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and
promote Transitions standards of quality and contribute to the
total organization and philosophy. Local Travel Required.Major
ResponsibilitiesNursing ProcessAs a member of the Interdisciplinary
team, the Director of Nursing utilizes the nursing process to
contribute to each patient's total plan of care.Assessing and
Planning:Utilize clinical knowledge to provide leadership and
guidance to the Interdisciplinary team in formulating and
individualizing interdisciplinary plan of care to include problem
identification, interventions, and goals to address palliative
comfort measures for the terminally ill
patient/family/caregiver.Review the comprehensive interdisciplinary
plan of care with the IDG Team. Communicate in writing in the chart
and verbally with the IDG to coordinate interventions and ensure
continuity of care.Assess the need for changes in Levels of Care,
and schedule based on the needs of the patient.Implementing and
EvaluatingFacilitate the implementation of nursing interventions
and appropriate preventative and therapeutic nursing procedures.
Provide direct patient care as necessary.Collaborate with
Interdisciplinary Team members to provide continuous assessment of
assigned patients, interpret findings, initiate appropriate
therapeutic actions, and evaluate the results of these actions.Work
in cooperation with family/caregiver and interdisciplinary team
members to meet the emotional needs of the
patient/family/caregiver.Provides appropriate information and
explanation to the patient's families. Facilitates patient and
family education, to promote continuity of care and optimal
patient/family outcome for quality death as defined by the
patient/family/caregiver.Assists in the investigation and
resolution of quality issues in conjunction with the Continuous
Quality Improvement Committee.EducationThe Director of Nursing is a
mentor who demonstrates an ability in providing educational
experiences and communicating knowledge of patient care to members
of the Interdisciplinary Team including, but not limited to:
volunteers, patient and families/caregivers, health care
professionals, and the general community.ManagementThe Director of
Nursing provides leadership and support to encourage optimum
development and performance of each hospice staff member and
provides an atmosphere that is compatible with team building.
Collaborates with the Administrator to implement manpower and
operational budgets, supervision, evaluation and counseling of
hospice staff, development and implementation of the company's
goals and objectives.Benefits We OfferCompetitive salaryMedical /
Dental / Vision Insurance plansLife Insurance401(k) matchingAuto
AllowanceGas CardCompany EquipmentPaid Time OffFree Scrub
TopsIND1Requirements:Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree
preferred in Nursing.RN licensed in the state program is located;
C.H.P.N. (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification
preferred.Five (5) + years general nursing preferred with current
Hospice, home health, medical, surgical, or critical care
experience. Experience with pain and symptom management
interventions preferred.Minimum one (1) year supervisory experience
in the healthcare setting.Ability to work within an
interdisciplinary setting.Demonstrate excellent observation,
assessment, nursing judgement and communication skills.Strong
ability to multi-task, and prioritize patient needs
Keywords: Transitions Care - Southeast Michigan, Lansing , Hospice - Director of Nursing, Executive , Lansing, Michigan
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