Assistant Director of Nursing, Hospice

apartment Phoenix Home Care and Hospice location_onJoplin, MO, US

Full Time, Monday - Friday
Joplin, MO Region

The Hospice ADON has the responsibility of overseeing the nursing staff, nursing activities, and patient care, while also ensuring that nursing activities adhere to federal, state, and local standards. An effective ADON should demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility, attentiveness, and expertise in delivering top-notch care to patients. Additionally, you will be required to provide support to both the nursing staff and the director of nursing, while maintaining a compassionate approach towards the patients.

Benefits

Multiple Major Medical Plans to Choose From (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Flexibility, competitive pay, paid mileage, benefits package, and 401K.
Spousal Insurance
PTO
Orientation and training tailored to your needs as a new hire.
Motivational PHC culture, training, and Supportive Home Health Team.

We are Medicare Certified and State Licensed.

Responsibilities

Partners with management to coordinate and oversee all patient services.
Supervise and guide clinical staff.
Perform chart audits.
Appraise and teach clinical staff to enhance professional development.
Identify and evaluate patient needs.
Maintain patient clinical records.
Assist with orientation of new staff.
See patients in home as needed.
Maintain medical supplies.
Responsible for ensuring regulations are followed
Case load of 8-10 patients.

Requirements

Minimum 1-2 years of experience with proven hospice fieldwork experience.
Must be a graduate from nursing school
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of MO.
Market and deal tactfully with clients and the community
Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards
Good communication, both verbal and written
Demonstrate self-confidence, a positive attitude, and maintain commitment and enthusiasm for goal achievement

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Our mission is to offer New Beginnings and meaningful opportunities to our caregivers and clinicians while providing home care services to our clients built on innovation, skill, and Christ-like values of compassion, honesty, and patience.

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