Regional Vice President of Operations

Affinity Hospice

19h

About The Position

The Regional Vice President of Operations is responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services. He/she establishes, implements and evaluates goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent is preferred.
Three (3) years of management experience in a hospice or related health care organization.
Experience in a matrix environment.
Extensive experience in business and clinical operations.
Registered Nurse in the state with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State.
A valid driver’s license with a reliable, insured vehicle that meets state and/or organizational requirements.
Ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
Ability to lead, motivate and organize teams.
Experience in strategic planning and development.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and ACHC standards.

Responsibilities

Responsible for executing strategies through a decentralized management structure to meet or exceed annual goals and objectives in five areas: Growth, ADC, Revenue Compliance, Clinical Operations and Quality Assurance
Site operations and Profitability
Patient/Family Satisfaction
Staff management
This position has profit and loss responsibility for site(s) and must develop and manage an annual budget.
Oversee delivery of covered hospice medical care and benefits within region.
Direct all daily operations including: business development, program development around hospice including market expansions.
Recruit, select and retain highly qualified professionals.
Serve as key liaison between site and Corporate.
Participate in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Program.
Adhere to policies, procedures and standard operating procedures.
Participate in hospice in-service training.
Provide technical/onsite support during the agency survey process.
Participate in Agency IDG meetings and provides technical/mentor support.
Provide mentoring toward clinical management related to pain and symptom management.
Engage in an ongoing self-development plan to build personal skills, organizational knowledge and enhance knowledge of the industry.
Identify and address skill and/or knowledge gaps to fulfill job responsibilities.
Seek opportunities to network with colleagues, share experiences, willingness to provide direct support, solicit feedback and exchange ideas.
Develop and achieve professional growth goals and objectives and reviews with supervisor.
Perform other operational duties as assigned by management to support department goals and initiatives.