Aveanna Healthcare
Clinical Director - Registered Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
Clinical Director - Registered Nurse at Aveanna Healthcare. The Clinical Director is responsible and accountable for managing all clinical operations, planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating nursing services in their locations. The Clinical Director operates within federal, state, and local home health regulations and organizational policies and procedures, and works to meet patient needs while supporting Aveanna’s commitment to growth and appropriate levels of care. Collaborates with area clinical leadership to establish and participate in program development and implementation. Oversees the hiring, discipline, and training of all clinical staff and other nursing-related items. Essential Job Functions
Assign patients for day-to-day management to the Clinical Supervisor and the Clinical Manager (if applicable). Maintain open lines of communication with patients, families, and physicians. Communicate and collaborate with all pertinent stakeholders. Evaluate new referrals and provide recommendations for nursing care. Available to take on-call duties as assigned, demonstrating a commitment to timely and responsive patient care. Uphold and promote adherence to CHAP (Community Health Accreditation Program) standards, ensuring high-quality and compliant nursing services. Contribute to retention initiatives by fostering a supportive, engaging work environment and providing insights to enhance caregiver satisfaction and longevity. Work with the Executive Director to promote achievement of location financial objectives. Monitor clinical status of all patients and ensure coordination of patient care. Monitor patient care to ensure quality and appropriateness of services. Conduct investigations to ensure required documentation is completed and submitted within designated timeframes according to state rules, regulations, and company policy. Monitor staffing patterns of all patients in collaboration with the operational team to promote acceptable staffing levels. Ensure compliance with Nurse Practice Act. Evaluate, supervise and support clinical staff; ensure staff are aware of new or updated policies and procedures. Maintain third-party payor rules and regulations. Assist and support marketing efforts and maintain awareness of the monthly budget. Maintain effective interdepartmental communications. Assess and provide direct patient care as needed. Participate in location administrative and clinical calls as needed. Perform on-site supervisory visits to assess client, family, environment, and clinical caregivers and complete follow-up documentation as needed. Promote positive customer satisfaction within internal and external teams. Qualifications
Diploma, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in nursing from state accredited RN program. Clinical or other work experience as per state and/or federal laws and regulations. One year of management experience. RN licensure in designated states as appropriate. Valid Driver’s License and acceptable MVR. Two (2) years’ experience as a clinical supervisor and ability to administer a private duty program (preferred). Must adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries. Knowledge and understanding of compliance and adherence to regulations. Ability to work with families with limited resources; quick-thinking and astute decision-making skills. Attention to detail, time management, effective problem-solving and conflict resolution. Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations. Strong commitment to clinical excellence; excellent organization and communication skills; leadership ability; ability to train and supervise staff. Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English. Must be able to travel; company does not provide vehicles or transportation. Physical Requirements
Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of up to 40 pounds; prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting; ability to sit and climb stairs; visual and hearing acuity; strong sense of smell and touch; ability to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance; respond to emergency situations in home or during transport; occasional rapid movement and physical agility in response to the spontaneity of children and patients with neurological impairment. Environment
Function in a wide variety of environments with potential exposure to allergens, blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases. Other Duties
Note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. Vaccine Requirement
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California
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Clinical Director - Registered Nurse at Aveanna Healthcare. The Clinical Director is responsible and accountable for managing all clinical operations, planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating nursing services in their locations. The Clinical Director operates within federal, state, and local home health regulations and organizational policies and procedures, and works to meet patient needs while supporting Aveanna’s commitment to growth and appropriate levels of care. Collaborates with area clinical leadership to establish and participate in program development and implementation. Oversees the hiring, discipline, and training of all clinical staff and other nursing-related items. Essential Job Functions
Assign patients for day-to-day management to the Clinical Supervisor and the Clinical Manager (if applicable). Maintain open lines of communication with patients, families, and physicians. Communicate and collaborate with all pertinent stakeholders. Evaluate new referrals and provide recommendations for nursing care. Available to take on-call duties as assigned, demonstrating a commitment to timely and responsive patient care. Uphold and promote adherence to CHAP (Community Health Accreditation Program) standards, ensuring high-quality and compliant nursing services. Contribute to retention initiatives by fostering a supportive, engaging work environment and providing insights to enhance caregiver satisfaction and longevity. Work with the Executive Director to promote achievement of location financial objectives. Monitor clinical status of all patients and ensure coordination of patient care. Monitor patient care to ensure quality and appropriateness of services. Conduct investigations to ensure required documentation is completed and submitted within designated timeframes according to state rules, regulations, and company policy. Monitor staffing patterns of all patients in collaboration with the operational team to promote acceptable staffing levels. Ensure compliance with Nurse Practice Act. Evaluate, supervise and support clinical staff; ensure staff are aware of new or updated policies and procedures. Maintain third-party payor rules and regulations. Assist and support marketing efforts and maintain awareness of the monthly budget. Maintain effective interdepartmental communications. Assess and provide direct patient care as needed. Participate in location administrative and clinical calls as needed. Perform on-site supervisory visits to assess client, family, environment, and clinical caregivers and complete follow-up documentation as needed. Promote positive customer satisfaction within internal and external teams. Qualifications
Diploma, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in nursing from state accredited RN program. Clinical or other work experience as per state and/or federal laws and regulations. One year of management experience. RN licensure in designated states as appropriate. Valid Driver’s License and acceptable MVR. Two (2) years’ experience as a clinical supervisor and ability to administer a private duty program (preferred). Must adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries. Knowledge and understanding of compliance and adherence to regulations. Ability to work with families with limited resources; quick-thinking and astute decision-making skills. Attention to detail, time management, effective problem-solving and conflict resolution. Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations. Strong commitment to clinical excellence; excellent organization and communication skills; leadership ability; ability to train and supervise staff. Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English. Must be able to travel; company does not provide vehicles or transportation. Physical Requirements
Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of up to 40 pounds; prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting; ability to sit and climb stairs; visual and hearing acuity; strong sense of smell and touch; ability to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance; respond to emergency situations in home or during transport; occasional rapid movement and physical agility in response to the spontaneity of children and patients with neurological impairment. Environment
Function in a wide variety of environments with potential exposure to allergens, blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases. Other Duties
Note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. Vaccine Requirement
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California
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