Hospice Clinical Director

We are hiring a Hospice Clinical Director to join our care team with Athena Hospice of Rhode Island!

Salaried role with weekly pay. Mileage reimbursement provided. 8a-4:30p shift.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

The Clinical Director is responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services and establishes, implements, and evaluates goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality.

Experience & Education:

• Must possess an active and unencumbered RN license in Rhode Island.
  
• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
  
• Prior experience in hospice required.
  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical staff.
  
• Provides clinical oversight, mentoring, and guidance to interdisciplinary team members.
  
• Assists with hiring, evaluation, and supervision of clinical personnel.
  
• Develops and maintains clinical policies and procedures that comply with federal and state regulations.
  
• Provides orientation and ongoing training to clinical staff; oversees in-service education.
  
• Maintains quality improvement initiatives, monitors performance indicators, and ensures compliance with the performance improvement program.
  
• Monitors and documents the patient�s condition, symptoms, and response to interventions.
  
• Communicates effectively with families, caregivers, and providers regarding goals of care and clinical updates.
  
• Participates in IDT meetings and care conferences.
  

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
  
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
  
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
  
• Career Advancement Opportunities
  
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program
  

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  
• 401(k) with Employer Match
  
• Vacation and Personal Time
  
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.