Hospice Patient Care Manager

Trinity Hospice•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Patient Care Manager (PCM) is a registered nurse (RN) who ensures quality of patient care in the patient’s residence. Responsible for the overall administration of the designated Interdisciplinary Team(s) (IDT) and monitoring of appropriate staffing and productivity. Coordinate care with the designated IDT(s), the patient/family, and the referring agency. Promotes the philosophy and administrative policies of the Agency in an effort to ensure quality of patient care. Supervises and provides direction to subordinates, in an effort to ensure quality, compliance with the Plan of Care, assessment and reassessment of patients’ needs and continuity of services by appropriate health care personnel.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
State licensed as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Board of Nurse Examiners rules for Nurse Licensure Compact (NCL), current state Drivers License.
Minimum one year experience as a registered nurse obtained within the last 36 months.
Minimum two years hospice experience required.
Nursing 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, needs proof of current CPR.
Must be able to read, write and comprehend English.
Computer proficiency, required.
Reliable transportation with valid and current auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs and coordinates designated IDT(s); assumes responsibility for continuity, quality, and safety of services delivered in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Promotes the philosophy and administrative policies of the Agency in an effort to ensure quality of patient care.
Supervises and provides direction to subordinates, in an effort to ensure quality, compliance with the Plan of Care, assessment and reassessment of patients’ needs and continuity of services by appropriate health care personnel.
Monitoring stand up meetings and end of day reports
Review of pharmacy, DME, and medical supplies ordered
Review of all admission and discharge notes to ensure appropriateness of care and to ensure that the notes are completed within the company’s time standards
Revocation analysis
Review and approve designated IDT(s) visits, time, and mileage for payroll
Ensuring IDT notes are completed within the company’s time standards
Assures appropriate corrective measures are performed for QAPI issues identified by the Quality and Compliance Coordinator.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing and/or Administrator
Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediary and/or other third party payors, through education, coaching, and other assistance as necessary.
Participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), assists in development of the IDT plan and participates in QAPI activities.