Nursing Jobs in Epping, NH
$111,175.79 - $141,756.53 / YEAR
Job Overview This position oversees one of the TM CAH Hospice teams. Assumes a leadership role with clinical staff to ensure that best practices are followed. Works cooperatively with VNA, palliative care, and hospice teams, as well as physicians, referral sources, and the referral department, so that patients meeting established criteria are identified for hospice eligibility or a transition to hospice, ensuring that patients are receiving the right level of care at the right time. This position manages the inpatient hospice house, staff, and facilitates the best patient practices and care for our patients and families. This position is intended to cover our High Pointe House Facility in Haverhill, MA, and Skilled Nursing Facility management and oversight. Hours: Full Time 40 Hours Location: Lowell MA and Haverhill MA Job Description Minimum Qualifications: 1. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN). 2. Massachusetts RN Licensure. 3. Five (5) years of palliative, hospice, complex care experience. 4.Two (2) years of progressive management experience. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Monitors and evaluates palliative care and hospice patient population census, trends, processes and outcomes at a facility base. Oversees of the day-to-day clinical operations at High Pointe House in addition to our growing census of patients residing in SNF/ALF settings. Develops, implements and monitors clinical protocols to achieve desired outcomes promoting palliative care and hospice philosophy, holding staff accountable to current clinical standards of palliative and hospice practice and policies and procedures. Promotes and maintains full implementation of the palliative care and hospice programs. Develops/revises program-specific policies and procedures as needed. Communicates with appropriate individuals regarding the palliative care and hospice programs, i.e. Medical Directors, hospital personnel, vendors, director, managers and staff to ensure optimal care. Ensures staff are aware of the palliative care and hospice programs by actively promoting and training staff through ongoing activities such as individual outreach, care management activities, attendance at team meetings, etc. Develops and implements Standards of Practice in collaboration with the Director of Hospice and Palliative Care. Develops and updates weekly, monthly and program reports. Utilizes data to manage costs and outcomes. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with team members to address individual clinician competency toward the palliative care and hospice clinical protocols, best practice standards, and other processes and outcomes. Develops effective relationships with referral sources. Works with UR to ensure availability of documentation and information needed for payment. Approves only invoices related to the delivery of hospice care. Reviews plan of care with clinicians and ensures primary physician is updated adequately and assists with obtaining orders from physicians as indicated. Conducts random chart audits. Follows through on any areas that appear to be deficient or incorrect according to the Palliative regulations, Hospice conditions of participation, and agency policies. Provides Documentation to Meet Patient Needs, Legal and Reimbursement Requirements, and Other Agency Requirements. Arranges for coverage when not available including providing a detailed report to the covering clinician and obtaining a report from the covering clinician. Manages palliative and hospice clinicians as well as ancillary staff to assure program and agency goals are met. Utilizes team building skills and problem solving to promote optimal team performance and effectiveness. Directs and ensures completion of orientation of new staff. Assesses staff education needs, provides training, provides day-to-day supervision, delegates appropriately, and provides constructive feedback and takes disciplinary action to members of the team when necessary. Evaluates palliative care and hospice staff according to policies, procedures and position requirements. When appropriate, recommends merit increases and staff assignment according to staff performance. Communicates effectively and maintains positive working relationships with other members of the health care team, administration and other departments. Educates clinicians on protocols for care. Maintains effective working relationships with patients, families and referral sources. Participates in case conferences and participates in/facilitates Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and facilitates Develops and implements systems to assess patient and physician satisfaction with service. Reports Compliance concerns to the CEO or Chief Compliance Officer when applicable. Ensures compliance within guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies (JCAHO, DPH, ERISA, etc.) and demonstrates compliance with Home Health Foundation policies and procedures. Ensures Program services meet the agency’s objectives. Monitors utilization of resources and related costs to achieve desired outcomes. Evaluates the programs’ need for data collection and sets up systems to acquire and maintain information. Documents findings and actions taken. Identifies trends and makes recommendations. Maintains statistics and generates reports on programs to meet outcomes. Assures that the palliative care and hospice staff complete all appropriate documentation needed for submission for compliance. Ensures the delivery of quality care by reviewing referrals to determine most appropriate initial course of action, promoting service excellence, maintaining team productivity, and ensures contribution from all members of the IDT in the delivery of hospice care for each patient. What we Offer: Generous PTO Health Insurance Effective Day 1 403 B with employer match At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $111,175.79 - $141,756.53 
Hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for Long Term Care Facilities Hourly pay rate: $36 Make a difference on your own schedule and terms. As one of FS Nursing’s Licensed Practical Nurses, you will have access to: · Flexible Scheduling! (Days, Evenings, Nights, and Weekends available!) · Competitive Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit · Dedicated Office staff & 24-hour On-call Service · Positive Work Environment · Medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options available · Lucrative Referral Bonuses LPN/ Licensed Practical Nurse Requirements: Currently holds an active LPN license to work in New Hampshire Meets all State and Federal requirements for US employment in a Nursing Facility Ability to communicate effectively Reliable transportation to worksite location Strong patient assessment skills and demonstrated clinical competency We look forward to hearing from you soon. Apply today! 
Hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) for Long Term Care Facilities Hourly pay rate: $44 Make a difference on your own schedule and terms. As one of FS Nursing’s Registered Nurses, you will have access to: · Flexible Scheduling! (Days, Evenings, Nights, and Weekends available!) · Competitive Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit · Dedicated Office staff & 24-hour On-call Service · Positive Work Environment · Medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options available · Lucrative Referral Bonuses RN/ Registered Nurse Requirements: Currently holds an active RN license to work in New Hampshire Meets all State and Federal requirements for US employment in a Nursing Facility Ability to communicate effectively Reliable transportation to worksite location Strong patient assessment skills and demonstrated clinical competency We look forward to hearing from you soon. Apply today! 
