Clinical Manager - RN

Affinity Hospice•Florence, AL

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About The Position

The Clinical Manager is responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services and for ensuring patient care is appropriately coordinated, delivered, and managed. The role includes evaluating patient cases, guiding clinical staff, supporting quality improvement and staff development, and contributing to community outreach and program development. The position is full-time, scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
Graduate of a National League for Nursing (NLN)-accredited school of nursing.
At least two years of management or supervisory experience in a hospice or home care setting.
Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Valid driver’s license and an insured, operational automobile in accordance with state or organizational requirements.
Current CPR certification.
Familiarity with fundamental accounting practices, general ledger management, and financial reporting standards.
Ability to accurately process data and identify discrepancies.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

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; guide 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 support care coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Conduct quarterly record reviews and provide findings and recommendations to the Executive Director and clinical staff.
Participate in hiring, screening, and orientation 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 and ensure compliance with professional standards and principles.
Assess community health needs and contribute to program development; participate in public relations and community activities promoting the organization’s role in hospice care.
Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as delegated by the Executive Director.