*Director of Nursing- Hospice Care*Highland Park, ILWe are working with one of the NorthShore's premier hospice agencies to find a supervisor to work with the director of nursing for their agency. The ideal candidate has managerial experience in a healthcare organization. Hospice experience is not required.*Job Description:** Supervise all direct patient/family care team members, including nurses, social workers, home health aides and counselors.* Participate in the hiring and evaluation process of clinical team members.* Develop educational opportunities for Clinical staff.* As Senior Leadership will work to develop, coach and serve as a resource and liaison to the Team Directors/Supportive Care Services/Marketing and overall operations Serves as a resource person and liaison for the Social Worker, Volunteer, Music, Therapy, Bereavement Departments* Coordinate the development, implementation and review of the interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient/family.* Responsible for the coordination and oversight of all direct and indirect patient services. Attends the interdisciplinary group meeting on a regular basis and serves as a liaison with the Medical Director and clinical staff.* Conduct the interdisciplinary team meetings, maintains appropriate documentation, or designates these functions to a qualified team member* Participates/oversees in ongoing quality assurance activities related to patient and family services, including QI studies and chart audits to ensure the quality of patient/family services. Assist with the evaluation of Agency performance via the Performance Improvement Program; monitoring monthly, quarterly and annually as indicated.* Ensures that all patient and family services offered by the Hospice comply with federal, state(s) and local regulatory requirements.* Participates in state(s) and national hospice organization activities.* Review admission data and prognostic indicators to assure appropriateness of hospice patients on service.*Requirements:* Two years Director of Nursing Experience in Hospice Reliable vehicle, clean driving record, valid license Valid RN License, State of Illinois#MPJob Type: Full-timePay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:* Hospice & Palliative MedicineSchedule:* Monday to FridayWork Location: In person
