Clinical Team Leader

Chapters Health System•Lakeland, FL

6d•$67,977 - $106,213•Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Team Leader (CTL) is responsible for the daily clinical coordination and support of staff providing hospice care to the patient/family unit as indicated in the plan of care. Provides and manages direct care to patients.

Requirements

Current RN license in the state in which you work, current active single-state out-of-state nurse license, or current active multistate/compact nurse license
Minimum of two (2) years’ nursing experience
Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy
Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule
Excellent critical decision making and problem solving skills
Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms
Ability to effectively communicate in English
Flexible schedule to meet the needs of patients
Ability to physically access any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) in any area the Company serves
Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families
Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

Provides and manages direct care to patients and families as part of Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow-up.
Coordinates employees and patient care to ensure that the needs of the patient and family are met using best standards of practice and in an efficient manner.
Recommends alternate approaches to patient care as indicated while ensuring that policies and procedures are followed.
Provides education to IDG members regarding symptom control, case management, Company, community and financial resources guided by Policy and Procedure.
Enhances the clinical practice of IDG staff by performing as a role model, mentor, instructor and resource person.
Acts as primary clinical resource for clinical staff.
Collaborates with other departments (i.e., Medical Services, Pharmacy, Infusion Program, and Continuous Care) to ensure patient care needs are addressed.
Demonstrates respect and understanding for all clinical disciplines required for quality patient care and mentor staff in this process.
Communicates in a clear and accurate manner.
Provides constructive feedback and resolves conflict directly.
Assists others to improve communication skills.
Communicates accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; utilizes positive approaches when working with others.
Ensures timely attention to customer concerns and complaints.
Provides outstanding customer care to patient and families.
Assists in reviewing patient care documentation and providing on-site clinical supervisory visits to identify strengths and areas of development for the clinical staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.