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Clinical Nurse Manager - Hospice

Albuquerque, NM (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3812+Academy+Pkwy+N+NE+Albuquerque+NM+USA+87109) • First Choice Hospice

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Hospice de la Luz / Jet Health, Inc. is currently looking for a dedicated and compassionateRN Clinical Nurse Managerto directly oversee our hospice staff inAlbuquerque, NM, and the surrounding areas.

The RN Clinical Nurse Manager is a licensed registered nurse who provides oversight of all patient/client care services and personnel, ensuring quality of care in the home. This role coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, family, and referring agency.

Requirements

+ Graduate of an accredited school for the discipline license held.

+ Unencumbered RN License in the state of NM or compact state.

+ Minimum of one full year of experience working full time in community-based hospice highly preferred

+ Clinical 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, proof of current CPR is needed.

+ Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance.

+ Provides oversight of all patient/client care services and personnel.

+ Ensures quality of patient/client care in the home.

+ Coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/client, family, and referring agency.

+ Participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures which guide and support the provision of care.

+ Ensures the care offered by the Agency, including any branches, is consistently available to all patients/clients.

+ Collaboratively develops and maintains policies specific to new programs.

+ Promotes the agency philosophy and mission by presenting a positive image to patients/clients, families, physicians, and community agencies.

+ Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.

+ Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency and licensing board.

+ If required to make patient/client visits, prolonged standing and walking required, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients/clients.

+ Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/client needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition.

Benefits for full time employees:

+ Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

+ Short / Long Term Disability Insurance

+ Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance

+ 401k Plan w/discretionary company match

+ Paid time off

+ Paid holidays

+ Mileage reimbursement

+ Company-paid life insurance

+ Competitive compensation

Salary Description

$90,000 - $100,000 annual base salary

Job Category: First Choice Hospice