Hospice Nurse; Assistant Manager

Description

Iowa city Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Assist Nurse Manager to lead our hospice care team and ensure the delivery of exceptional end-of-life care. This vital role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while working within a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are a dedicated healthcare professional with strong leadership skills, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our mission of providing compassionate hospice services.

• Assist in oversight of daily operations of the hospice nursing team, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with regulatory standards
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
• Coordinate patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, social workers, and chaplains
• Monitor patient progress and intervene as necessary to address complex care needs
• Ensure documentation accuracy and adherence to hospice policies and procedures
• Facilitate staff training, performance evaluations, and ongoing professional development
• Manage staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow to optimize efficiency
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote clear communication and compassionate support

Join our organization and be part of a dedicated team committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered hospice care. We value growth, teamwork, and a supportive work culture that encourages professional development and personal fulfillment.

• A graduate of an approved school of nursing (RN/BSN/ARNP) with a current Iowa Nursing License.
• Two years of home health or hospice or work-related experience preferred. General medical knowledge related to home health and hospice services with end-of-life issues is desirable.
• Car, driver's license and adequate insurance as outlined in the personnel policies are required.
• Strong clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and evidence-based practice expertise.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficient computer skills, including electronic health records (EHR) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced Certifications in Hospice and Palliative Nurse certification by the 3rd year of employment.
• All offers of employment are conditioned upon the result of a criminal background check conducted by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, as required by law and a negative finding on the Office of Inspector General’s Excluded Provider List.

• Overall, the role requires strong interpersonal skills, negotiation abilities, and a deep understanding of healthcare operations, regulations and cultural differences.
• Demonstrates competence in professional decision-making skills within the parameters of the Nurse Practice Act, including the ability to make appropriate assessments, problem-solve, prioritize, complete Plans of Care and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Demonstrates initiative in recognizing unmet needs and assuring a timely and appropriate response, skills and knowledge in providing education and treatment of acute and chronic symptom management.
• Maintains confidentiality in all matters, including employee information, client information and agency matters.
• Knowledge of computer operating systems, data sourcing, project management with outcomes analysis proficiency required.
• Demonstrates organizational skills necessary to manage workload and productivity expectations while working independently and managing several projects simultaneously.
• Exhibits professionalism in all workday interactions, follows through on commitments and maintains composure under stress.
• Recognizing new referral opportunities and ensuring that the organization responds appropriately to them.

• Perform the duties in both inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Visits are conducted in a variety of settings including family home, group home,…