IPU Charge Nurse/Liaison (36876)

Hinds LifeCare, one of the most well-known and well-respected nonprofit agencies in California's Central Valley and a pioneer in the practice of hospice and palliative care, is seeking a Charge Nurse, IPU/Liaison to join our team.

This position reports directly to the Director Clinical Services - Fresno and is responsible for the overall supervision of assigned clinical team (primarily RNs, LVNs and Hospice Aides). Oversees daily inpatient operations to support patient care services. The RN Charge Nurse/Liaison is dedicated to serving the hospital and its staff and those patients eligible to access their Medicare Care Hospice benefit. The Liaison will conduct clinical evaluations in collaboration with local hospitals, facilities and healthcare agencies, to determine hospice eligibility and perform admissions of patient referrals for both Inpatient and Outpatient Services.

• Coordinates staffing and scheduling to meet census needs.
• Coordinates with Intake Department to ensure timely response to new referrals.
• Facilitates weekly IDG meetings for assigned clinical team.
• Conducts frequent supervisory field visits for each team member to support clinical competence.
• Performs the Joint Commission Tracer field visits for staff team members. Participates in The Joint Commission survey readiness as assigned. Leads and trains staff in standards of excellence as specified by Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO).
• Demonstrates knowledge of Hospice Medicare Benefit Program, including levels of care.
• Become involved in the hospital's committee structure as allowed that relate to strengthening end-of-life care. Seek opportunities to become part of the hospital's fabric and culture.
• Collaborate with hospital staff to assess and determine hospice eligibility of potential patients in need. Exhibits a high level of customer service and utilizes effective communication skills to improve service focus to support referral sources.

Why Hinds LifeCare:

A mission-driven organization and a pioneer in hospice care, Hinds Hospice seeks to uphold the dignity and ease the suffering of the terminally ill while supporting their loved ones and those who are grieving. Our vision is to be recognized for excellence in compassionate end-of-life care and specialized grief support services, accessible to all. We provide a compassionate presence, pursue excellence, act ethically, professionally, and with hope.

As a member of the Hinds LifeCare team, you'll be part of an organization with a long history of recognition for excellence and compassion. Hospice work in any position - from medical to clerical -- can be demanding. But hospice work is rewarding, especially for a person with the dedication required to rise to the challenges of end-of-life care, regardless of the position they work.

Hinds LifeCare is Joint Commission accredited and was recently recognized by Fresno's Marjaree Mason Center as its Leading Business for 2023.

• Compensation 125K-128K
• Generous benefits package, including:
  • Comprehensive health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Credit Union membership
  • Paid Time Off (24.5 days per year for FT employees , based on 40-hour work week)
  • Paid Mileage

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

• Completion of a professional nursing program accredited by the Board of Registered Nursing with completion of a baccalaureate program in nursing required. Masters Degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of leadership experience in a hospice environment preferred.
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing, preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with health team personnel with three (3) years of nursing experience in a hospice/palliative care setting.
• Possess ability to function independently with strong clinical skills and critical thinking abilities as relates to patient care and staff responsibilities.
• Exhibits sensitivity to cultural differences and have substantive knowledge of current trends in home health care, federal and state regulation, state licensing requirements and other standards related to home health care
• Current RN Licensure, CPR, recent physical and TB, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, HepB immunizations.
• Must have a valid drivers license and a willingness to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
• Must show proof of automobile insurance, proof of current auto registration and acceptable driving record (no more than 3 points within a 36-month period).
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (i.e., Push, Pull, Lift/Carry 35 lbs.)

If you are a person with the dedication, the compassion, the qualifications, and the skills required...
If you want to be part of a team that strives to provide the best in hospice and palliative care to the suffering and their loved ones...

Hinds LifeCare wants to hear from you!