Director of Nursing (DON)
Company: Transitions Care - Northeast Indiana
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Transitions Hospice is looking for a compassionate
Director of Nursing (DON) to join our family! This is a full-time
position. The DON will work in collaboration with the
interdisciplinary team in the planning, implementation, and
evaluation of medical and nursing care. The DON will act as a role
model providing leadership and support to the hospice staff. Local
Travel is Necessary.What We Offer:Highly Competitive
CompensationMonthly Gas CardAuto Allowance paid per checkMedical,
Dental, Vision, Life, STD & LTDPaid Time Off401KCompany Issued
Electronics (laptop/tablet)Tuition ReimbursementSpecialty Certs:
Hospice & PalliativeFree ScrubsFree TB testingFree PhysicalsFree
CPRThe DON is responsible for the support and overseeing of
regional clinical services. Establish, implement, andevaluate goals
and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote
Transitions standards of quality and contribute to the total
organization and philosophy. Hire, train, orient, supervise, and
evaluate qualified Hospice interdisciplinary team personnel.
Provide daily direction to the team, including coordinating
schedules, care planning, documentation, productivity, and all
other patient care operations. Respond to customer complaints
regarding patient care and/or facility issues and assure they are
handled in accordance with Transitions policies and procedures
and/or legal compliance requirements. Collaboration and direct
coordination with the Administrator and the team in the region.
Travel required.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESNursing ProcessAs a
member of the Interdisciplinary team, the Director of Nursing
utilizes the nursing process to contribute to each patients total
plan of care.Assessing and Planning:Seek and obtain sufficient
information necessary to function effectively in the Hospice
setting where the patient/family/caregiver are requiring
care.Utilize clinical knowledge to provide leadership and guidance
to the Interdisciplinary team in formulating and individualizing
interdisciplinary plan of care to include problem identification,
interventions, and goals to address palliative comfort measures for
the terminally ill patient/family/caregiver.Contribute to
identifying both active and potential needs of the patient and
his/her family, which may affect the plan of care.Consistently
collaborate with the physician to plan and implement the medical
and nursing plan of care.Review the comprehensive interdisciplinary
plan of care with the IDG Team. Communicate in writing in the chart
and verbally with the IDG to coordinate interventions and ensure
continuity of care.Facilitate and participate in the IDG care
conference and contribute to patient care planning.Assess the need
for changes in Levels of Care, and schedule based on the needs of
the patient.Respond to all emergency calls in an effective manner.
Prioritizing based on the needs of the patient.Implementing and
EvaluatingFacilitate the implementation of nursing interventions
and appropriate preventative and therapeutic nursing procedures.
Provide direct patient care as necessary.Collaborate with
Interdisciplinary Team members to provide continuous assessment of
assigned patients, interpret findings, initiate appropriate
therapeutic actions, and evaluate the results of these
actions.Accepts responsibility of assignment to perform a
specialized procedure only when qualified with specialty training,
proven competency, clinical background, and expertise in the
specialty area.Work in cooperation with family/caregiver and
interdisciplinary team members to meet the emotional needs of the
patient/family/caregiver.Provides appropriate information and
explanation to the patients families. Facilitates patient and
family education, to promote continuity of care and optimal
patient/family outcome for quality death as defined by the
patient/family/caregiver.Demonstrates expertise in the utilization
of all Interdisciplinary Team members, including volunteers and
community resources.Assists in the investigation and resolution of
quality issues in conjunction with the Continuous Quality
Improvement Committee.Fulfill productivity requirements on an
average daily census basis as determined by acuity level and
Executive Director.Complete and maintain all patient records at
patients residence, maintain charts and submit accurate and
relevant clinical notes regarding patients condition and care
given.EducationThe Director of Nursing is a mentor who demonstrates
an ability in providing educational experiences and communicating
knowledge of patient care to members of the Interdisciplinary Team
including, but not limited to: volunteers, patient and
families/caregivers, health care professionals, and the general
community.Act as a mentor who facilitates individual staff
development from novice to expert. Participate in the orientation
of new personnel and assists with field training as needed.Identify
the learning needs of the hospice staff and other health care
professionals, and facilitate formal and informal in-services, and
patient care conferences to promote professional growth of all
Interdisciplinary team members.Teach patient/family/caregiver
disease process and self-care techniques as appropriate. Provide
medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by physician and
recognize and utilize opportunities for health counseling with
patients/families/caregivers.Facilitate the development of teaching
aids to promote patient/family/caregiver learning.Evaluate
effectiveness of educational experiences i n order to promote
ongoing professional development of hospice staff and quality
patient/family/caregiver outcomes.ManagementThe Director of Nursing
provides leadership and support to encourage optimum development
and performance of each hospice staff member and provides an
atmosphere that is compatible with team building. Collaborates with
the Administrator to implement manpower and operational budgets,
supervision, evaluation and counseling of hospice staff,
development and implementation of the companys goals and
objectives.ManpowerCoordinates staffing assignments and scheduling
of visits.Visit frequencies are according to individual patient
needs and acuity.Visit frequencies are reviewed frequently
throughout the day and altered to meet patient needs and
acuity.Patient care visit frequencies are developed with the
purpose of providing continuity of care through use of the
Interdisciplinary Hospice Team.Patient Care visits will be
coordinated with all Interdisciplinary Team members in order to
utilize manpower resources and provide optimal patient
care.Participates in evening/weekend calls as required, conducting
on-call services in a clinically competent and responsive
manner.OperationalEnsures adequate and appropriate inventory of
supplies and equipment for the provision of patient services and
that equipment and supplies are used efficiently.Schedules
CC/GIP/Sitting Cases with a budget conscious mindset. Consulting
with the Administrator for suggestions as needed.Responsible for
the appropriate utilization of medications, supplies and
equipment.Responsible for the appropriate utilization of staffing
human resources including overtime, hourly employees and contracted
staff.PersonnelAssist in development of individualized plans, which
address performance deficiencies.Provides timely supervision and
counseling of staff, which is constructive and encourages
growth.Strengthens problem solving ability of staff through
periodic review of patient outcomes and facilitates implementation
of peer review.Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to
co-workers.LeadershipDemonstrates behavior appropriate to role
model and leader. Adherence to a code of conduct conducive with
Transitions HealthCare policy is expected.Demonstrates creativity
and critical thinking ability in the development of patient care
plans, or projects.Assumes a leadership role to facilitate
interdisciplinary coordination and collaboration.Functions without
supervision, utilizing time constructively and organizing
assignments for maximum productivity.Functions as a change agent,
facilitating change by utilizing a constructive
approach.Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team and Executive
Director and Administrator to develop agency goals and
objectives.Participates in agency planning
activities.CommunicationIdentifies self and clarifies role to
patient/family/caregiver, physicians, nursing facility staff and
other referral sources.Recognizes and responds appropriately to
verbal and non-verbal cues.Communicates effectively with all
members of the Interdisciplinary Team by:- Defending and supporting
peer/team decisions and actions.- Asserting self with tact.-
Supporting collaboration.- Maintaining open communication.-
Offering suggestions and criticisms constructively.- Asking
questions and sharing information during Interdisciplinary team
conferences and nursing facility care conferences.Maintain
confidentiality in all areas.Relates complete and pertinent
information in verbal and written communication. Maintains clinical
records, statistics, reports as prescribed and in compliance with
local, state, and federal laws.Initiates and maintains open and
effective communication with Executive Director and Administrator
as well as members of the Interdisciplinary Team as evidenced by
improved patient outcomes.Quality ImprovementWorks collaboratively
with the Quality Assurance team, ensuring accurate follow up and
communication is facilitated between field staff and the quality
team.Actively facilitates the quality improvement
process.Facilitates active, ongoing problem solving, which reflects
Interdisciplinary Team participation.Pursues problems to
resolution, and /or refers to them through the appropriate chain of
command.Assumes responsibility for personal growth and maintain and
upgrade professional knowledge and practice skills through
attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service
classes.Assures for compliance with local, state, and federal laws,
Medicare regulation, and established personnel policies and
procedures.Maintains all appropriate state nursing licensing
requirements.OtherAdherence to a code of conduct conducive with
Transitions Hospice policy is expected.Meet or exceed delivery of
Company Service Standards in a consistent fashion.Interact with all
staff in a positive and motivational fashion supporting the
Companys mission.Conduct all business activities in a professional
and ethical manner.Create and maintain a professional atmosphere
that is also a fun place to
work.IND3Requirements:QUALIFICATIONSEducation and
ExperienceBachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.RN licensed
in the state program is located; C.H.P.N. (Certified Hospice and
Palliative Nurse) certification preferred.Five (5) + years general
nursing preferred with current Hospice, home health, medical,
surgical, or critical care experience. Experience with pain and
symptom management interventions preferred.Minimum one (3) years
supervisory experience in a healthcare setting.Ability to work
within an interdisciplinary setting.Demonstrate excellent
observation, assessment, nursing judgment and communication
skills.Strong ability to multitask, and prioritize patient
needs.Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.by
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