Clinical Manager - RN

Job Description:

About Us:   

Affinity Hospice is one of the fastest growing, privately held hospice organizations in the country. We are passionate about giving exceptional care to our hospice patients and their families. We believe the care we provide truly matters and we would love to have you join our nationally recognized team!    

What We Offer:    

• Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Time, and Holiday Pay   

• Gas Card and Car Maintenance Stipend      

• Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision and more) for full-time employees    

• 401K   

• Employee Assistance Program    

• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees   

• Internal Company Advancement  

• Free end of life training    

Position Summary:   

The Clinical Manager is responsible for ensuring that patient care is coordinated, delivered and managed appropriately. The Clinical Manager is responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services.  

Hours / Schedule: Full Time; (40) hours / week.  

Minimum Qualifications:    

• Registered Nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state. 

• Graduate of a National League for Nursing (NLN) accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred. 

• Minimum of two (2) years of management or supervisory experience in a hospice or home care setting. 

• Proven ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team. 

• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment. 

• Valid driver’s license with an insured and operational automobile in accordance with state and/or organization requirements. 

• Current CPR certification 

Key Responsibilities:    

• Review case referrals and assess patient needs, including conducting home visits. 

• Assign appropriate hospice associates and collaborate with the Medical Director to determine eligibility for services. 

• Oversee and evaluate patient cases through home visits, conferences, and record reviews. Provide guidance to clinicians to improve performance and service delivery. 

• Review patients' medical diagnoses, prognoses, medications, procedures, and clinical courses. 

• Assist clinicians in establishing therapeutic goals, setting priorities, and developing effective care plans. 

• Lead case conferences with hospice associates to ensure care coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration. 

• Conduct quarterly record reviews and provide findings and recommendations to the Executive Director and clinical staff. 

• Participate in the hiring, screening, and orientation process for new associates, providing training and mentorship. 

• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating in-service and continuing education programs for staff. Support policy and procedure development. Ensure compliance with professional standards and principles. 

• Assess community health needs and contribute to program development to meet those needs. Engage in public relations and community activities to promote the organization’s role in hospice care. 

• Actively participate in quality assessment and performance improvement initiatives. 

• Perform other duties as delegated by the Executive Director. 

• Familiarity with fundamental accounting practices, general ledger management, and financial reporting standards. 

• Strong ability to accurately process data, identify discrepancies. 

Affinity Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.