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What We Offer

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Call/Weekends/Holidays: Call every 8-9th weekend, Hoilday rotation including one major and one minor holiday a year

What You'll Do

The Hospice Nurse Manager provides leadership and oversight for the Glen Kiser Hospice House facility, which includes 6 inpatient beds (capacity for 9), respite care, and routine hospice services. This role ensures high-quality, compassionate care for patients in the inpatient setting, as well as those receiving hospice services in home or long-term care (LTC) environments. The Nurse Manager supervises a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for operational, clinical, and regulatory compliance.

Leadership & Management

+ Oversee daily operations of the Glen Kiser Hospice facility and community-based hospice services.

+ Manage a team of approximately 40 staff members, including RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and support staff.

+ Ensure appropriate staffing, scheduling, and coverage for inpatient and community-based care.

+ Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and professional development for team members.

+ Address and resolve patient/family complaints and feedback promptly and professionally.

Clinical Oversight

+ Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards for Hospice and other regulatory requirements.

+ Provide clinical guidance and support to nursing staff, ensuring adherence to hospice philosophy and best practices.

+ May perform bedside care or home visits as needed to support patient care and team operations.

Quality & Safety

+ Participate in safety and advisory boards to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

+ Lead task forces (e.g., fall prevention) and implement quality improvement initiatives.

+ Monitor and evaluate patient outcomes, staff performance, and operational efficiency.

Collaboration & Communication

+ Foster strong relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.

+ Serve as a liaison between hospice leadership and staff, ensuring clear communication of goals and expectations.

Qualifications:

+ Minimum of 3 years of hospice or palliative care experience preferred; leadership experience preferred.

+ Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, Joint Commission standards, and best practices.

+ Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead a diverse team across inpatient and community settings.

+ Experience with scheduling systems and staffing models.

+ Familiarity with quality improvement processes and safety initiatives. Compassionate approach to end-of-life care and family support.

What We're Looking For

+ Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required. Bachelors Degree in Nursing, required. Graduate Degree, preferred.

+ Experience:

+ Two years demonstrated leadership experience, preferred.

+ Three years clinical RN experience in an acute care setting, preferred.

+ Licensure/Certification:

+ Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.

+ NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required.

+ Board certification in area of practice, preferred.

+ Additional Skills (required): Understands and applies: current and future trends/practice in area of responsibility; regulatory and governing standards, policies and procedures; information systems and software used in area of responsibility; equipment used in performing assigned duties; application of safety and infection control policies and procedures; skills in interviewing and selection process; understanding of budgeting, staffing, payroll and purchasing processes; implementation of competency, feedback, development and progressive discipline processes; teambuilding, conflict management, and interpersonal relationship skills; principles of adult learning and teaching methods/models; decision making, project leadership and consultation, delegation and communication skills; customer needs and expectations and knowledge for improvement to exceed customer expectations; principles of change management.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

131793