RN Clinical Manager

RN Clinical Manager

Hospice of South Texas

At Hospice of South Texas we are dedicated to providing compassionate comprehensive care that supports patients and their families during lifes most delicate moments. As the only nonprofit hospice agency our work is guided by the values of love comfort and support. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced RN Clinical Manager to lead our clinical team with empathy excellence and a passion for quality endoflife care. This leadership role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve while working alongside a team that shares a deep commitment to dignity respect and compassionate care.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the daytoday management of patient care activities and supervision of clinical nursing staff. Is responsible for directing supervising and ensuring patient care and services are delivered timely responsibly and safely. Is responsible for the direct and indirect supervision of the nursing staff. Assists in quality improvement program.

Job Qualifications:

• Education Graduate of an accredited Diploma Associate of Baccalaureate School of Nursing
• Licensure Texas Drivers License
• Experience Two years experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting preferred hospice or home health preferred.
• Skills Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice. Good interpersonal skills. Proof of Hepatitis consent/declination. Specialized skills preferred in palliation and endoflife.
• Transportation Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Essential Function and Responsibilities:

• Supervises patient care team in the delivery of patient/family care. Receives and assigns case referrals to personnel.
• Performs supervisory visits with RN LVN CNA.
• Assist Director of Clinical Services in ensuring that all patient/family services comply with Medicare COPs federal state and local regulatory requirements and with accepted professional standards.
• Reviews admission documentation for patient appropriateness.
• Participates in the development implementation and evaluation of policies and procedures for patient/family services.
• Participates in the selection and evaluation of all direct patient/family care staff.
• In collaboration with the Quality and Education Coordinator participates in the orientation and ongoing education of staff and volunteers.
• Coordinates the development implementation and review of the interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient/family.
• Communicates as needed with all members of the team the patient/family the medical director the administrator and others involved in the care of the patient to facilitate optimal care of patient/family
• Maintains the clinical records including nursing clinical notes and progress notes for each team member under their supervision.
• Assists with the processing and maintenance of all patient related bills.
• Assure the 24hour availability of nursing services to patient/families.
• Teaches patient and family members regarding nursing care skills procedures techniques and use of equipment.
• Participates in quality improvement reviews especially related to the evaluation of nursing services. Makes recommendations for improving and enhancing the overall functioning of agency.
• Manages the development of a discharge plan when a patient is discharged prior to death or transferred to another hospice.
• Responsible for time and attendance of all staff assigned.
• Participated in clinical administrative oncall rotation.
• Other duties as assigned

Why Hospice of South Texas

Hospice of South Texas is proud to be a nonprofit leader in compassionate endoflife care. We offer a supportive team environment competitive compensation excellent benefits and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day.

Fulltime employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical Dental Vision HSA/FSA PTO 401k Life Insurance STD/LTD Educational Reimbursement.

Required Experience:

Manager