National Patient Care Administrator/Regional Director of Nursing presso Field

• Proactively monitors, reviews, analyses and audits Vx and other reports in order to evaluate program and company performance and subsequently coaches programs via program-specific action plans
• Works with program leaders to assure that program processes reflect VITAS values, are cost effective, and that productivity and other VITAS standards are met
• Participates in the development of performance improvement and quality assurance standards, policies and procedures, educational materials, and measurable project plans to meet VITAS’ strategic goals
• Mentors, develops and provides on-the-job training to program clinical and management and staff to strengthen current performance and individual preparation for future advancement
• Monitors the “state of the art” in hospice and palliative care and identifies opportunities to improve VITAS patient care process accordingly
• Provides education and training to patient care and other leaders during national meetings, web-based learning opportunities, etc.
• Serve as the leader/expert in regulatory issues, compliance, and VITAS policies
• Collaborates with other departments to accomplish objectives
• Develops and manages employees within the department to assure that internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded

QUALIFICATIONS

• Five to seven years prior management experience, minimum of two years prior Vitas experience
• Prior fiscal and budgetary experience required, and the ability to analyze financial and management reports
• Must have in depth knowledge of Vitas policies and procedures, Vx, and an understanding of program processes
• Must have in depth knowledge of federal and state regulations
• Ability to work on various assignments simultaneously.
• Knowledge of policies and practices involved in the human resources function
• Ability to manage a staff in a positive and productive manner by motivating, developing and managing employees as they work
• Ability to utilize and administer the disciplinary action process through coaching and counseling to improve performance or terminate employment
• Ability to communicate tactfully, verbally and in writing with community leaders, patients, families, managers, coworkers and vendors to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions
• Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within automated systems as well as a variety of software packages such as Outlook, Excel and Word
• Ability to travel frequently (50-75%)

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

• EOE/AA M/F/D/V

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