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TeamHealth is seeking a hospitalist facility medical director (FMD) to lead the hospitalist program at HCA - Florida West Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. This leadership role combines clinical practice with administrative oversight, offering the opportunity to guide hospital medicine operations, staffing, and quality initiatives in a large hospital system setting. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide medical and administrative leadership for the hospitalist service</li><li>Oversee staffing, scheduling, and physician performance management</li><li>Collaborate with the recruiting team to support hiring and onboarding of top hospitalist talent</li><li>Mentor hospitalists, APCs, and other clinical staff</li><li>Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accrediting agency standards (e.g., JCAHO, CMS)</li><li>Develop, implement, and monitor hospitalist program policies, protocols, and quality initiatives</li><li>Participate in regulatory surveys, clinical governance, and hospital operations committees</li><li>Maintain clinical practice with a minimum of 4 shifts per month</li></ul> Qualifications<ul><li>Board certified in internal medicine (IM) preferred; family medicine (FM) considered</li><li>Previous facility medical director (FMD) experience required, preferably in a large health system (HCA or equivalent)</li><li>Proven leadership, team-building, and operational management skills</li><li>Strong understanding of hospitalist workflows, quality metrics, and patient care standards</li></ul> Take the next step in your hospitalist leadership career - apply today! California Applicant Privacy Act: <a href="https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/" target="_blank">https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/</a><h2>Position Highlights:</h2><ul><li>Competitive compensation with sign-on and relocation bonus &nbsp;</li><li>No state income tax (Florida) &nbsp;</li><li>Paid professional liability insurance &nbsp;</li><li>Medical benefits and 401(k) eligibility &nbsp;</li><li>Access to CME, leadership development, and wellness programs through TeamHealth Institute &nbsp;</li><li>Collaborative environment with growth and advancement opportunities</li></ul>

TeamHealth

Hospitalist Medical Director Pensacola, FL

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Job Profile Summary The Resource Nights &amp; Weekend (ReNW) Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an active member of Chapters Health System’s Medical Staff and provides fully remote virtual serious illness care management to patients and families throughout our continuum of care. This continuum may include but is not limited to home-based, facility-based, and inpatient adult and pediatric hospice; palliative care; PACE, and additional service lines and programs offered or supported by Chapters Health System.Experience Requirements:Must have a minimum of 3 years of recent clinical experience, including substantial experience in hospice, palliative care, and/or acute inpatient care.Education Requirements:Must hold a Masters or Doctors degree in Nursing from an accredited Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner Program.Certificates and/or Licenses:The ReNW NP must hold national certification, licensure, and prescriptive authority from the appropriate governing body for advanced nursing practice in their home state and in additional state(s) where care is provided. Licensure and prescriptive authority must be obtained and maintained for all required jurisdictions. Applications for required licenses must be submitted within 60 days of the date of hire and/or receiving notification. Must hold and maintain Basic Life Support certificate from an approved organization and compact RN license in their home stateby date of hire. Additionally, all eligible NPs must currently hold, or obtain, Advanced Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (ACHPN) within 3 years of the date of hire. NPs who are not eligible to obtain the certification within 3 years of hire will have 6 months from date in which they meet criteria to apply for the exam. Schedule:Shifts may vary and can include nights, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays based on the needs of the business.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Quality Provision of Services:<ul><li>Provides fully remote virtual serious illness care management to patients and families throughout our continuum of care; This continuum may include but is not limited to home-based, facility-based, and inpatient adult and pediatric hospice; palliative care; PACE, and additional service lines and programs offered or supported by Chapters Health System. </li><li>Consults with medical staff, and/or other members of the IDT as indicated to ensure optimal patient care in an effective and efficient manner.</li><li>Performs virtual assessment of patient/family/caregiver needs. </li><li>Identifies, manages, orders, and prescribes medication and equipment as appropriate. </li><li>Adjusts and supports the plan of care in accordance with Chapters policies and procedures and within the guidelines of the corresponding nurse practice act.</li><li>Assesses the caregiver’s ability to meet the patient’s immediate needs and confidence in the patient’s plan of care. </li><li>Provides education to increase the caregiver’s confidence as necessary and appropriate.</li><li>Supports staff by answering clinical questions, entering orders and prescriptions, and supporting the clinical needs of patients and families.</li><li>Maintains access to all electronic medical records (EMR), electronic prescribing systems, and other required websites and applications. </li><li>Documents all interactions as appropriate in the corresponding EMR in a timely manner.</li><li>Communicates and collaborates with the primary team to ensure continuity of care.</li><li>Supports with discharge planning including prescribing medications, entering discharge orders and instructions, etc.</li><li>Participates in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as needed, including regular medical record reviews and medical peer reviews. Seeks to continually improve the care practices of Chapters to assure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.</li><li>Keeps knowledge base and skill levels current to assure quality patient care and professional growth. </li></ul>2.Organization/Regulatory Compliance:<ul><li>Maintains current knowledge of the latest research and trends in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. </li><li>Maintains continuing education as required for licensure and to ensure specialty level expertise in end-of-life care. </li><li>Obtains &amp; maintains hospital/facility credentialing as required. </li><li>Participates in departmental and medical staff activities as requested. </li></ul>3.People/Communications:<ul><li>Communicates and collaborates with team members, patients/families/caregivers, partnering providers and staff as required &amp; appropriate within HIPAA guidelines to help provide comfort &amp; deliver upon Chapters core values. </li><li>Provides patient and family education as needed to maintain quality care, to decrease patient and family anxiety, to facilitate the patient living with the highest quality care, and to assure both the patient and the family have the skills to care for the patient.</li><li>Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team to develop by implementing a patient-directed individualized plan of care and assures the availability of information to team members. Provides teaching to staff as required. </li><li>Functions as a role model in providing exceptional customer service to patients and families through effective and timely communication. Supports organizational changes. </li><li>Demonstrates flexibility in providing coverage and/or availability,</li></ul>4.Financial Stewardship:Achieves expected productivity standards as defined by the organization and in alignment with best practices/the Chapters model. If /when Telemedicine billing is accepted, implements time-based billing procedures using the electronic medical record system software and other appropriate methods to capture timely billing (weekly for home and nursing home; daily for inpatient and clinic charges).The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.Overall Skills:&nbsp;The ability to work both independently and as part of a team; demonstrate excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; demonstrate organizational skills with the ability to delegate and follow up; manage multiple tasks and stressful situations with a positive attitude; demonstrate a strong work ethic and attention to detail.Physical/Mental/Emotional Skills:The ability to see, hear, grasp, lift, speak, sit and walk or otherwise perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations; demonstrate the mental and emotional ability to work with death/dying; demonstrate the maturity, customer service skills, and flexibility to work with individuals under stress; work in a fast paced and quickly changing environment; work under pressure and deadlines; effectively recognize and appreciate the diversity in the workplace; develop coping mechanisms in order to care for patients who are terminally ill and to work in a stressful environment; provide care for highly emotional patients/families.Technological Skills:The ability to learn and efficiently use patient health information systems and software required for the provision of care; demonstrate technical competency in the use of computer telephony systems and computer applications used in the organization; demonstrate proficiency with the use of all Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Reasoning Ability:The ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form and expert, advanced clinical judgment to problem solve.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, speak, and hear. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing in an office environment. Employees are required to maintain a HIPAA compliant, temperature controlled, noise-free work environment at all times. They must maintain reliable HIPPA compliant high-speed (100mb) internet with hardwired backup copiers, fax, scanner, shredder, etc. Patient privacy must be protected at all times, which includes, but is not limited to using headsets for all verbal communication, utilizing company approved devices, websites, and applications, and other HIPAA guidelines. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Compensation Pay Rate: $52.50This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy. All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit <a href="https://info.flclearinghouse.com/" target="_blank">https://info.flclearinghouse.com/</a>.

Chapters Health System

Nurse Practitioner- Resource Evening Nights & Weekends (Per Diem)

Nurse Practitioner- Evenings, Nights and Weekends (Per Diem)

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role: The Nurse Practitioner (APRN) provides high quality, comprehensive and efficient direct primary or consultative patient care under protocol with hospice physician staff.Qualifications: • Master’s degree in nursing • APRN certification recognized by CMS for Medicare billing • Current license as APRN in the state where the employee will be working•&nbsp;&nbsp;Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Employees hired prior to 12/31/2022 must obtain certificate prior to 10/1/2023 • Current DEA license required with exception of Marietta location (do not prescribe)- Current Medicare and Medicaid Numbers • Knowledge and experience in medical practice and symptom management • Advanced clinical skills which allow thorough patient assessments and management for any patient with advanced chronic disease as well as for those near the end of life • Ability to work under protocol with multiple physicians in multiple settings • Basic computer skills including use of email and word processing (Microsoft Outlook and Word or equivalent programs) • Strong interpersonal skills, communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload • Ability to work independently exercising discretion and independent judgment • Ability to work in collaboration with other disciplines within the Organization • Certified by appropriate hospice nursing organization within two years of hire date • Ability to travel to off-site locations • Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy • Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule • Must be able to physically access any home in any area of Company service area (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) Competencies: • Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position Responsibilities of all employees: • Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients • Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse • Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices • Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices • Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company • Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner • Promote the company through participation in community and professional organizations • Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level • Advance electronic media skills • Support the Company’s research and educational activities • Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally • Participate in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position Job Responsibilities: • Provides high quality direct primary or consultative patient care visits in accordance with productivity standards in all clinical settings as designated by the Medical Director. • Works directly under protocol with Physicians from the Company’s medical staff and reports clinical care provided to the Physician. • Provides clinical expertise and participates in interdisciplinary team (IDG) decisions regarding diagnosis and medical management of patient/family needs, ensuring that the highest quality of medical care is provided and that continuity and comprehensiveness of care is maintained in a cost-effective manner. • Consults to patients’ primary and attending Physicians regarding integration of patients’ hospice care and primary or other care. • Works cooperatively with the Patient Access Department and other staff to facilitate timely evaluation of eligibility for hospice services and provision of services to potential Company patients. • Participates in after-hour and weekend hospice house rounding and face-to-face coverage for hospice patients. • Reports all administrative activities and completes thorough, accurate and timely medical documentation to support proper CPT and ICD-10 coding on all patients seen at the time of service. • Attends the Company’s Medical Staff meetings regularly (a minimum of 50% of all scheduled monthly staff meetings) and reviews minutes of meetings not attended within 5 days of their being made available. • Prescribes controlled and non-controlled medications, as indicated, to relieve pain and non-pain symptoms associated with the terminal illness. • Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of practice within the hospice specialty. • Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.): While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance. Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.Compensation Pay Rate: $52.50This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Per Diem Nurse Practitioner

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!The Per Diem RN is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), and providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.Qualifications:<ul><li>Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working</li><li>Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.</li><li>Minimum one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred</li><li>Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system</li><li>Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy</li><li>Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule</li><li>Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written)</li><li>Flexible schedule to meet the needs of Hospice House patients</li><li>Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families</li><li>Ability to physically access patient rooms, other areas of the Hospice House/Hospital/ALF, etc., and any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) within any part of the service area</li><li>Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation</li><li>Employees working at PACE, certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.</li></ul>Some locations may require:<ul><li>Cross training to hospice house or field (home/facility/admission) positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when census calls for flexible staffing</li><li>Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ○&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ○&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ○&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs○ Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy ○ Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs○ Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort<ul><li>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Obtains Physician orders</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ○&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Completes documentation per Company policy<ul><li>Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.</li><li>Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up.&nbsp; When assignment is complete, informs Admissions and prepares for next assignment.</li><li>Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.</li><li>Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.</li><li>Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.</li><li>Obtains medical record information for the referral.</li><li>Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.</li><li>Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.</li><li>Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.</li></ul>Competencies:<ul><li>Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.</li></ul>Responsibilities of all employees:<ul><li>Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.</li><li>Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.</li><li>Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.</li><li>Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.</li><li>Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.</li><li>Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.</li><li>Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.</li><li>Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.</li><li>Advance electronic media skills.</li><li>Support Company research and educational activities.</li><li>Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.</li><li>Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.</li></ul>Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provides and manages direct care to patients and families as part of Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow-up.</li><li>Coordinates the Plan of Care, ensuring that an individualized Plan of Care is developed that accurately reflects the patient’s evolving needs.</li><li>Educates patient, family, caregivers and other health professionals about disease process and decline, palliative interventions, care giving, dying process and safety practices.</li><li>Reports changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate members of the IDG or other health professionals.</li><li>Participates with the IDG to evaluate hospice referrals/admissions for level of care appropriateness.</li><li>Attends patient deaths; prepares body for transport; oversees disposal of medications.</li><li>Provides appropriate bereavement interventions to the family and caregiver in conjunction with psychosocial staff.</li><li>Presents concise and pertinent oral and written reports to IDG; respects and encourages input from all disciplines.</li><li>Communicates accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; utilizes positive approaches when working with others.</li><li>Supervises patient care given by other nursing team members (i.e., LPNs, Hospice Aides, and contract nurses).</li><li>During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the Triage RN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.):While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel.Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance.Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.Compensation Pay Rate: $45.00This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Per Diem - RN - Hope Healthcare

SUMMARY:The Program Director is a member of the faculty (rank commensurate with experience) who also holds an administrative appointment related to managing a specific program or programs.&nbsp; Responsibilities include: classroom instruction, day-to-day program operations, assisting students toward successful program completion and staffing the classroom with instructors who support the mission of the University. The Program Director is co-responsible with the Campus Director and Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations for the fiscal wellbeing of the program as it relates to education and helping to maintain/grow enrollment.&nbsp; KEY JOB ELEMENTS:<ul><li>Perform instructional duties as assigned as outlined in the Faculty job description and in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.</li><li>Select and develop Program Advisory Council (PAC) that meets at least once per year.</li><li>Participates in faculty development each year as required.</li><li>Select, train, develop, manage, and lead regular and adjunct faculty according to the guidelines provided by the Campus Director and Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations, the Program Chair and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the University/Campus.</li><li>Effectively administer and grow the Anesthesiologist Assistant program including curriculum development, student registration/advisement, community relations and campus relations. </li><li>Support University programs designed to achieve student completion rates as outlined in the five-year strategic plan.</li><li>Collaborate with other Academic Program Directors within own school and across schools and with the Department Chair re: scheduling, sharing faculty, curriculum and other.</li><li>Notification of expected or unexpected substantive change within the program and of any change in institutional accreditation status or legal authority to provide postsecondary education.</li><li>Assures full compliance with federal, state and accrediting body standards and regulations, as well as adhering to all policies and procedures.</li><li>Facilitates the submission of required programmatic fees and documentation, including reports of graduation rates, performance on state licensing or certification examinations and employment rates.</li><li>Assures compliance with accreditation criteria within two years or the length of the program, whichever is shorter.</li><li>In the absence of a Department Chair for the Anesthesiologist Assistant program, is co-responsible, with the Dean of the College of Health Professions, for accreditation activities on his/her campus which are normally handled by the Department Chair.&nbsp; </li><li>Supervise those activities of the faculty and administrative staff that are in direct support of the Anesthesiologist Assistant program.</li><li>Organize, administer, continuously review, plan, and develop processes that ensure general effectiveness of didactic education in the program.</li><li>Have regular contact with all entities that participate in the education of the students</li><li>Ensure that continuous and competent medical guidance for the clinically related program components is provided, so that:<ul><li>Supervised clinical instruction meets current standards of acceptable practice</li><li>Anesthesiologist assistant students learn, develop, and practice the knowledge and skills essential to successful professional interactions with physicians in the medical workplace.</li></ul></li><li>Ensure that continuous and competent educational guidance is provided, so that the didactic demands placed by the clinical educational environment are adequately addressed by classroom curriculum design.</li><li>Other responsibilities as determined by the Campus Director and Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations and the Department Chair.</li></ul>OITION REQUIREMENTS:<ul><li>A minimum of two years successful performance in a full-time university-level teaching role and prior management experience in higher education or in another organization within the program director’s discipline.</li><li>Must be Anesthesiologist Assistant certified by the NCCAA or its successor.</li><li>Hold a graduate degree in education, administration, medicine, or the medical basic sciences.</li><li>Have the requisite knowledge and skills to administer the classroom/academic aspects of the program; and have the requisite knowledge and skills to administer the operation of the overall program.</li><li>Ability to read, understand, interpret and implement accreditation criteria and state agency regulations.</li><li>Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or business community.</li><li>Ability to effectively present information to faculty, academic and campus leaders, corporate leaders, and public groups.</li><li>Experience with computerized administrative systems. Proficient with the use of standard office applications on personal computers.</li></ul>WORK ENVIRONMENT:The individual must be able to travel out of the local area with an occasional overnight stay to participate in a variety of conferences and meetings. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds. The vision requirements include ability to adjust focus and close vision.South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.&nbsp;&nbsp;JobFamilyAll PositionsPayTypeSalaryEducationLevelMaster’s Degree

South University

Program Director, Anesthesiologist Assistant Program

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Benefits day 1 The CNA performs personal care, homemaker assistance and defined nursing procedures for patients and their caregivers while under RN direction and supervision.Qualifications:<ul><li>High school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>Current certification as CNA in the state in which employee will be working</li><li>Minimum of six (6) months of CNA or Home Health Aide experience preferred</li><li>Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.</li><li>For current Hope Employees: BLS should be obtained by January 1, 2025</li><li>For current Capital Caring employees: BLS should be obtained by November 1, 2024</li></ul><ul><li>Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy</li><li>Reliable transportation to meet work schedule</li><li>Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms</li><li>Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in English</li><li>Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for ill patients and their families</li><li>Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation</li><li>Must be able to physically access any home or facility in assigned area (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning)</li><li>Must be able/willing to have contact with individuals with communicable diseases</li></ul>Competencies:<ul><li>Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position</li></ul>Responsibilities of all employees:<ul><li>Represent Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients</li><li>Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse</li><li>Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices</li><li>Observe Company's health, safety and security practices</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within Company</li><li>Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner</li><li>Promote Company through participation in community and professional organizations</li><li>Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level</li><li>Advance electronic media skills.</li><li>Support company research and educational activities</li><li>Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally</li><li>Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.</li><li>Job Responsibilities:</li><li>Maintains competencies/contact hours as required by Company and regulations.</li><li>Provides only patient/caregiver services according to written Aide/Caregiver Plan of Care and Company policies and procedure.</li><li>Practices safe and proper body mechanics relative to moving, positioning and transferring patients.</li><li>Assists patient and or caregiver in maintaining a clean and safe home.</li><li>Provides caregiver relief as part of the Plan of Care.</li><li>Transports supplies, lab specimens, documents and other items needed to meet the Plan of Care as requested by the RN.</li><li>Under the direction or supervision of an RN, the Aide may perform activities that promote activities of daily living.</li><li>Contributes to the development of the Plan of Care by reporting observations to RN.</li><li>Communicates any significant issues or symptoms to the RN or Clinical Manager.</li><li>During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the LPN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li><li>Some locations may require:</li><li>Cross training to field (home/facility/admission) positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when hospice house census calls for flexible staffing.</li><li>Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.):While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel.Frequently required to: safely transfer/ambulate patients; stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; pull; push; balance.Occasionally required to: stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.</li></ul>Compensation Pay Range: $16.48 - $23.69This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

CNA - Hope Healthcare-Nights-Fort Myers-7p-7a

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role: The Social Worker (SW) provides and coordinates a wide range of social services including psychosocial support to patients and their families.Qualifications:<ul><li>Master’s degree or above in Social Work (CSWE accredited);SWs hired before 2009 who have degrees in other fieldsare grandfathered in; SWs hired before 4/21/2019 who have BSWs are grandfathered in; Bachelor’s degree may be considered depending on geographic area (Note: Home Health requires MSW)</li><li>Employees working in Georgia require current Georgia LMSW or LCSW</li></ul><ul><li>Minimum of one(1) year of experience including social work/counselinginternshipin health care or hospital setting&nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with and working knowledge of the concepts and practices of both adult and pediatric patients:&nbsp;&nbsp; Hospice: death and dying&nbsp; Palliative: serious illness</li><li>Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in children, family, and group modalities</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload</li></ul><ul><li>Able to remain calm, professional, trouble shoot and intervene withpatient/family crisis situations</li><li>Able to demonstrate high ethical standards in areas of Hospice mission, confidentiality, sensitivity, and flexibility</li><li>Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately</li><li>Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to travel to off-site locations</li><li>Ability to physically access any home, hospital, clinic, nursing home, and assisted living facility (i.e., navigate stairs, narrow stairs, narrow spaces, lack of air conditioning, etc.)</li></ul>Competencies:<ul><li>Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.</li></ul>Responsibilities of allemployees:<ul><li>Represent Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.</li><li>Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.</li><li>Comply with company policies, procedures and standard practices.</li></ul><ul><li>Observe company's health, safety and security practices.</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within company.</li><li>Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.</li><li>Promote company through participation in community and professional organizations.</li><li>Participate proactively in improving performance at the micro and macro levels.</li></ul><ul><li>Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.</li><li>Advance electronic media skills.</li><li>Support company research and educational activities.</li><li>Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.</li><li>Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.</li></ul>Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Performs and documents psychosocial assessment.</li><li>Empowers patient/families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on their own behalf.</li><li>Assists other clinical staff in (1) understanding family dynamics as well as significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and (2) developing a plan to address issues in a nonjudgmental manner.</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains documentation in a manner that reflects timeliness, completeness, accuracy, legibility, clarity of goals and interventions.</li><li>Consults and collaborates with other professionals to promote quality care and continuity of patient/family care.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Home Health Specific:<ul><li>Participates in the development of the individualized Plan of Care and participates in Case Conferences.</li><li>Observes clinical symptoms, reaction to treatment regimen, and emotional status and reports to the appropriate staff along with pertinent changes.</li><li>Anticipates barriers to pain and symptom management; identifies differences in goals of curative and palliative care; and provides appropriate education.</li><li>Respects patient’s wishes and stated goals when planning and providing care.</li></ul>Hospice Specific:<ul><li>Shares joint responsibility with other clinicians and volunteers to provide care to patients and families including psychosocial support, advanced directive information, development of Plan of Care, and other social services depending on the patient/family needs.</li><li>Attends and participates inInterdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings; assists in developing and updating the Plan of Care; facilitates understanding of social services and bereavement aspects of care, and provides team with goals and interventions for patient/family care.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Evaluates bereavement needs including making condolence calls, evaluating risk and coordinating the Plan of Care with Bereavement staff.</li></ul>Palliative Care Specific:<ul><li>Assists the palliative care team and/or directly facilitates patient-family meetings for goal setting and advance care planning.</li></ul><ul><li>Provides emotional support for patients and families facing serious illness.</li><li>Coordinates educational and outreach services relevant to the social services – palliative care interface.</li><li>Provides liaison function: (1) between system-wide outpatient palliative care team and inpatient palliative care team, discharge planning and social service departments and (2) between palliative care team and community hospice, home care agencies, long term care facilities and other community services.</li></ul>Job Description Addendum for Social Worker in the Florida Keys &amp; North Florida (3A):Duties may also include performance in bereavement counseling and volunteer coordination.<ul><li>Evaluates the bereavement care needs for survivors (i.e., adults, children, families) in accordance with Company policy.  Provides grief guidance and support to maintain the Plan of Care.</li><li>Facilitates bereavement and holiday support groups for children and adults.  May attend memorial services.</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains bereavement documentation in a manner reflecting timeliness, completeness, accuracy, legibility, clarity of goal, evaluation, plan, and intervention.</li><li>Recruits volunteers through community networking activities and marketing efforts.  Screens potential volunteers through intake calls and interviews, and in training.</li><li>Trains, assigns, supervises and evaluates patient/family care volunteers as well as volunteers for Social Services/Bereavement, events, administrative support, and various other roles.</li><li>Participates in the development and implementation of programs which enhance the morale and effectiveness of volunteers, volunteer newsletter, volunteer in-services, support programs and annual volunteer recognition.  Participates in volunteer-related special events, committees and task force groups.</li><li>Maintains records of volunteers, ensuring that all file requirements are met and kept current.</li></ul><ul><li>Participates in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings; providing feedback about patients and family members and serves as a liaison between team members and volunteers.</li></ul>Compensation Pay Range: $53,623.86 - $80,435.79This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Social Worker

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Benefits day 1 Mileage reimbursement Schedule - 4- 10 hour shifts and every other weekend Role: The Admission RN assesses patients in their place of residency or in hospitals and initiates care into the services of Chapters Health System. Ensures a seamless transition to Care Navigation and serves as an ambassador of the Organization.Qualifications:<ul><li>Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working</li><li>Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred</li><li>Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system</li><li>Strong clinical assessment skills with preferred background in emergency department or ICU</li><li>Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bi-lingual in Spanish preferred</li><li>Ability to present services in a professional and articulate manner</li><li>Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy</li><li>Reliable transportation to meet schedule</li><li>Ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload</li><li>Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong goal/outcome orientation with exceptional time management skills</li><li>Excellent customer service focus</li><li>Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.</li></ul>Competencies:<ul><li>Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position</li></ul>Responsibilities of all employees:<ul><li>Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.</li><li>Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.</li><li>Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.</li><li>Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.</li><li>Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.</li><li>Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.</li><li>Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.</li><li>Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.</li><li>Advance electronic media skills.</li><li>Support Company research and educational activities.</li><li>Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.</li><li>Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.</li></ul>Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:</li><li>Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner</li><li>Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses</li><li>Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs</li><li>Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy ○ Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs</li><li>Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort</li><li>Obtains Physician orders</li><li>Completes documentation per Company policy</li><li>Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.</li><li>Communicates frequently with Care Navigation staff to ensure timely follow-up.&nbsp; When assignment is complete, informs the Care Navigation team and prepares for next assignment.</li><li>Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.</li><li>Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.</li><li>Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.</li><li>Obtains medical record information for the referral.</li><li>Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.</li><li>Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.</li><li>Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.</li><li>During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the Triage RN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><h4>Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.):</h4><h4>While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required:&nbsp; see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel.</h4><h4>Frequently required to:&nbsp; stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance.</h4><h4>Occasionally required to:&nbsp; pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.</h4>Compensation Pay Range: $65,996.22 - $98,994.33This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Admission RN - Hope Healthcare

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role: The Social Worker (SW) provides and coordinates a wide range of social services including psychosocial support to patients and their families.Qualifications:<ul><li>Master’s degree or above in Social Work (CSWE accredited); SWs hired before 2009 who have degrees in other fields are grandfathered in; SWs hired before 4/21/2019 who have BSWs are grandfathered in; Bachelor’s degree may be considered depending on geographic area (Note: Home Health requires MSW)</li><li>Employees working in Georgia require current Georgia LCSW</li><li>Minimum of one (1) year of experience including social work/counseling internship in health care or hospital setting</li><li>Familiarity with and working knowledge of the concepts and practices of both adult and pediatric patients:&nbsp;&nbsp; Hospice: death and dying &nbsp;Palliative: serious illness</li><li>Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system</li><li>Experience in children, family, and group modalities</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively handle the emotional stress of the workload</li><li>Able to remain calm, professional, trouble shoot and intervene with patient/family crisis situations.</li><li>Able to demonstrate high ethical standards in areas of Hospice mission, confidentiality, sensitivity, and flexibility</li><li>Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to work in a team environment and intervene appropriately</li><li>Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy</li><li>Ability to travel to off-site locations</li><li>Ability to physically access any home, hospital, clinic, nursing home, and assisted living facility (i.e., navigate stairs, narrow stairs, narrow spaces, lack of air conditioning, etc.)</li></ul>Competencies:<ul><li>Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.</li></ul>Responsibilities of all employees:<ul><li>Represent Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.</li><li>Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.</li><li>Comply with company policies, procedures and standard practices.</li><li>Observe company's health, safety and security practices.</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within company.</li><li>Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.</li><li>Promote company through participation in community and professional organizations.</li><li>Participate proactively in improving performance at the micro and macro levels.</li><li>Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.</li><li>Advance electronic media skills.</li><li>Support company research and educational activities.</li><li>Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.</li><li>Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.</li></ul>Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Performs and documents psychosocial assessment.</li><li>Empowers patient/families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on their own behalf.</li><li>Assists other clinical staff in (1) understanding family dynamics as well as significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and (2) developing a plan to address issues in a nonjudgmental manner.</li><li>Maintains documentation in a manner that reflects timeliness, completeness, accuracy, legibility, clarity of goals and interventions.</li><li>Consults and collaborates with other professionals to promote quality care and continuity of patient/family care.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Home Health Specific:<ul><li>Participates in the development of the individualized Plan of Care and participates in Case Conferences.</li><li>Observes clinical symptoms, reaction to treatment regimen, and emotional status and reports to the appropriate staff along with pertinent changes.</li><li>Anticipates barriers to pain and symptom management; identifies differences in goals of curative and palliative care; and provides appropriate education.</li><li>Respects patient’s wishes and stated goals when planning and providing care.</li></ul>Hospice Specific:<ul><li>Shares joint responsibility with other clinicians and volunteers to provide care to patients and families including psychosocial support, advanced directive information, development of Plan of Care, and other social services depending on the patient/family needs.</li><li>Attends and participates in Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings; assists in developing and updating the Plan of Care; facilitates understanding of social services and bereavement aspects of care, and provides team with goals and interventions for patient/family care.&nbsp;</li><li>Evaluates bereavement needs including making condolence calls, evaluating risk and coordinating the Plan Care with Bereavement staff.</li></ul>Palliative Care Specific:<ul><li>Assists the palliative care team and/or directly facilitates patient-family meetings for goal setting and advance care planning.</li><li>Provides emotional support for patients and families facing serious illness.</li><li>Coordinates educational and outreach services relevant to the social services – palliative care interface.</li><li>Provides liaison function: (1) between system-wide outpatient palliative care team and inpatient palliative care team, discharge planning and social service departments and (2) between palliative care team and community hospice, home care agencies, long term care facilities and other community services.</li></ul>Job Description Addendum for Social Worker in the Florida Keys &amp; North Florida (3A):Duties may also include performance in bereavement counseling and volunteer coordination.<ul><li>Evaluates the bereavement care needs for survivors (i.e., adults, children, families) in accordance with Company policy.&nbsp; Provides grief guidance and support to maintain the Plan of Care.</li><li>Facilitates bereavement and holiday support groups for children and adults.&nbsp; May attend memorial services.</li><li>Maintains bereavement documentation in a manner reflecting timeliness, completeness, accuracy, legibility, clarity of goal, evaluation, plan, and intervention.</li><li>Recruits volunteers through community networking activities and marketing efforts.&nbsp; Screens potential volunteers through intake calls and interviews, and in training.</li><li>Trains, assigns, supervises and evaluates patient/family care volunteers as well as volunteers for Social Services/Bereavement, events, administrative support, and various other roles.</li><li>Participates in the development and implementation of programs which enhance the morale and effectiveness of volunteers, volunteer newsletter, volunteer in-services, support programs and annual volunteer recognition.&nbsp; Participates in volunteer-related special events, committees and task force groups.</li><li>Maintains records of volunteers, ensuring that all file requirements are met and kept current.</li><li>Participates in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings; providing feedback about patients and family members and serves as a liaison between team members and volunteers.</li></ul>Compensation Pay Range: $53,623.86 - $80,435.79This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

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