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Director of Nurses - Hospice and Hone Health

Katy, Texas Full-time
$85,000 - $110,000 annually
About the Job
Director of Nurses for Hospice and Hone health

URGENT NEED: Home Health and Hospice Director of Nursing / Clinical Supervisor
Katy, Texas - Full-time

About the Job
Compensation and Benefits:
  • $85,000-110,000+ with signing bonus and incentives.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Dental, vision, disability, life, paid vacation, PTO, gas allowances
  • BONUS incentives for growth and deficiency-free surveys.
  • Access to a company vehicle for patient visits if needed

Job Summary:
We are seeking a serious, compassionate, experienced, dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our home health and hospice agency as the Director of Nurses. This position will require both field and office duties, with a focus on providing exceptional patient care, ensuring high standards of documentation, and leading a diverse team. The ideal candidate will be solution-driven, bilingual (preferred), and able to work effectively with different cultures, ages and ethnic groups in a professional and inclusive manner. The role demands strong organizational skills, a high level of documentation, and a willingness to teach and mentor staff.
This position is for both hospice and home health, although hospice experience in hospice care is required.

Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
  • Lead and manage the nursing team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
  • Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures to ensure high-quality patient care.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Ensure the clinical staff is educated and the development of such is ongoing.
  • Develop and implement processes to ensure an organized approach to daily tasks.
  • Willing to Learn new things and play a key role in the growth of the company.
  • Develop relationships in the clinical community and act as a source of education for nonclinicians for any marketing endeavors.
  • Ensure quality assurance and compliance of clinical notes and processes.
  • Participate with local and federal agencies to ensure successful surveys.
  • Encourage growth physically and intellectually.
  • Work closely with management in the hiring of talented staff to ensure the company vision and goals are met.

Patient Care:
  • Oversee and coordinate patient care plans, ensuring they meet the needs of each patient.
  • Conduct field visits to assess patient conditions and provide direct care as needed.
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care is delivered as a part of the everyday culture.

Documentation and Compliance:
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care and medical records.
  • Maintain compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
  • Conduct regular audits of patient charts and documentation to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Adhere to all state and federal regulations and policies.
Quality Assurance:
  • Implement and monitor quality assurance processes to improve patient outcomes.
  • Identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to address them.
  • Participate in QA meetings and contribute to the development of policies and procedures.

Education and Training:
  • Provide education and training to nursing staff on best practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Mentor and support new staff members, ensuring a smooth onboarding process.
  • Promote continuous learning and professional development among the nursing team.

Cultural Competence:
  • We are a small agency specifically geared towards excellence in hospice for adults and children, this applicant should be open to spearheading the agency to be a community leader in this endeavor.
  • Work effectively with diverse age groups, cultures, and ethnic groups, demonstrating respect and understanding.
  • Promote an inclusive environment that values diversity and addresses the needs of all patients.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
  • Current and valid RN license in the state of employment.
  • Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
  • Experience in hospice care is preferred.
  • Experience working with or willingness to work with children required
  • Bilingual (preferred)

Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Knowledge of current Medicare guidelines and able to ensure compliance.
  • Open to working with families with children and the ability to get these families clinical care either through personal care or human resource contacts.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • kind and caring in nature but with the ability to lead by example
  • Proficient using Kinnser.
  • Willingness to learn and apply new processes and practices to enhance the company’s objective to service the community through all ages and stages.
  • Ability to be the clinical face of A Hug Away Healthcare and lead us into a bright future caring for families with home health and hospice needs.

Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
  • Flexible and patient with team members and patients.
  • Willingness to aid in projects that will enhance the growth of the company.
    About A Hug Away

    A Hug Away Healthcare, Inc. is not just a brick-and-mortar company; we are one of the best Female Owned healthcare agencies in Katy and Houston (Texas), with a comprehensive team of professional experts with over 35 years of experience. Choosing a dependable, cost-effective, and well-qualified home health, hospice, medical supply, or health help in Katy and Houston, TX, can be exhausting. That is why we are here. We are a women owned Hospice and Healthcare company that puts its customers first. If you'd like to be part of the team at A Hug Away, apply now! www.ahugaway.com