Patient Care Manager - Hospice

UnitedHealth Group•Rolling Meadows, IL

12d

About The Position

Explore opportunities with [agency name], a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Patient Care Manager -Hospice assists Executive Administrator/Executive Director/Director of Clinical Operations with all patient care activities to ensure the delivery of safe and efficient patient care which adheres to relevant standards of accepted nursing, regulatory, medical practice, and payer source criteria. You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

Current unrestricted RN licensure in state of practice
1+ years of clinical experience
Current CPR certification requirements
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Nice To Haves

4+ years full-time experience as an RN or equivalent
Able to work independently
Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Responsible for compliance with hospice policies and procedures and with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements governing the practice of the assigned team
Actively promotes and directs assigned team regarding quality of care and safety of patients and staff
Engages in thorough problem resolution and complaint investigation
Provides in-services to staff to promote the health and safety of the patient, to familiarize staff with regulatory issues and agency policy and procedures, and to address any identified educational needs