Director Hospice
Company: Dignity Health
Location: Santa Maria
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Director Hospice
Marian Regional Medical CenterSanta Maria, California
The posted compensation range of $54.12 - $78.47 /hour is a
reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay
CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this
particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.
CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range
as permitted by law.
Requisition ID 2023-302041 Employment Type Full Time Department
Hospice Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday -
Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Remote No Category Management
Overview
We believe that life is sacred and the dignity of each person
deserves our respect and care throughout life including a natural
death. We realize that coping with end-of-life issues can be
difficult for everyone involved. That's why Dignity Health Hospice
is committed to providing compassionate and supportive care to our
patients and their loved ones.
Hospice care involves a team-oriented approach to expert medical
care, symptom and pain management, and emotional and spiritual
support expressly tailored to the patient's needs. Our primary goal
is to fulfill our patient's wishes and to support their families
and caregivers. Hospice can help the patient maintain the highest
quality of life possible. We strive to care for the whole person,
not just the disease.
Dignity Health Hospice also provides bereavement services for a
full year after a loss. Our trained bereavement team offers support
to help families and caregivers cope with the loss of a loved
one.
We offer the following benefits to support you and your
family:
Annual Incentive (Bonus) Program.
Matching Retirement Program.
Pension fully funded by the Hospital.
Tuition Assistance for career growth and development.
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance.
Free Membership to our Care@Work program supporting child care, pet
care, and adult dependent needs.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
Flexible spending accounts.
Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and
Identity Theft.
Wellness Program.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Vice President of HomeCare and Hospice
Services and in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of
Marian Hospital staff and physicians, this position is charged with
developing, implementing, and evaluating palliative care and
Hospice services to seriously ill and dying patients in both the
hospital and community-based setting. These services will meet
regulatory and fiscal requirements. Included in this responsibility
is developing and maintaining strong relationships with physicians,
hospital staff, community stakeholders, and system peers to deliver
palliative, comfort care to seriously ill and dying patients.
Specific duties may include participation in quality improvement
activities; formal and informal education and support to staff,
patients and their families; consultation on complex cases;
appropriateness of care or level of care / utilization activities;
liaison to internal and external contacts / committees / programs;
compliance with regulatory / accreditation agencies, program
development, facilitation and leadership. In addition, this
position is responsible for working with patients' and families'
hospital liaison and case management staff and physicians in
assisting with decision making / problem solving and determining
appropriateness for palliative care/Hospice services. Ensures
compliance with JCAHO and state/federal regulations.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
AA Degree in nursing required.
BSN preferred.
3-5 years of clinical experience or a comparable combination of
education and experience required.
Experience with Palliative care and / or Hospice programs is highly
desirable.
Licensure:
This position requires a current California License as an RN.
National Hospice and Palliative Care certification preferred.
Special Skills:
Knowledge of clinical standards for hospice and palliative care
practice.
Knowledge of death and dying process, terminal / chronic illness,
grief, coping skills, expert pain and symptom management.
Knowledge of administration and therapeutic effects of
medications.
Knowledge of community resources related to palliative care or
hospice programs.
Knowledge of palliative care and hospice policies and procedures,
general and specific.
Knowledge of Medicare and MediCal regulations, Title 22, NHPCO and
JCAHO standards, for Hospital, Hospice and SNF, RCFE
regulations.
Knowledge of governing body rules and regulations.
Knowledge of reimbursement and financial management concepts.
Knowledge of concepts of managed care.
Effective problem-solving techniques including conflict management
skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Familiar with CQI and QA methodologies.
Computer skills: Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
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Equal Opportunity
CommonSpirit Health--- is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All
qualified applicants will be considered for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status,
parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or
any other characteristic protected by law. For more information
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CommonSpirit Health--- will not discharge or in any other manner
discriminate against employees or applicants because they have
inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of
another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access
to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as
a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of
other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise
have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is
(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance
of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an
investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the
contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background
check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or
conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent
with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local
ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San
Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a
reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process,
please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know
the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left
that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the
application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified
candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health---
participates in E-Verify.
Dignity Health is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer
committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified
applicants will be considered for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status,
ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
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