Clinical Nurse Manager - Hospice

Hospice de la Luz•Albuquerque, NM

15d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Hospice de la Luz / Jet Health, Inc . is currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate RN Clinical Nurse Manager to directly oversee our hospice staff in Albuquerque, NM , and the surrounding areas. The RN Clinical Nurse Manager is a licensed registered nurse who provides oversight of all patient/client care services and personnel, ensuring quality of care in the home. This role coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, family, and referring agency.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school for the discipline license held.
Unencumbered RN License in the state of NM or compact state.
Minimum of one full year of experience working full time in community-based hospice highly preferred
Clinical skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrates proven decision-making skills.
If required to make visits, proof of current CPR is needed.
Reliable transportation.
Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Provides oversight of all patient/client care services and personnel.
Ensures quality of patient/client care in the home.
Coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, family, and referring agency.
Participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures which guide and support the provision of care.
Ensures the care offered by the Agency, including any branches, is consistently available to all patients/clients.
Collaboratively develops and maintains policies specific to new programs.
Promotes the agency philosophy and mission by presenting a positive image to patients/clients, families, physicians, and community agencies.
Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency and licensing board.
If required to make patient/client visits, prolonged standing and walking required, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients/clients.
Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/client needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition.