Job Description
gpac (Growing People & Companies ) is a national search firm that specializes in healthcare recruiting. We have been retained by a Chicago Home Health Agency to search for a Director of Nursing/Agency Supervisor to join their growing team.
Position Summary
The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for overseeing clinical operations. This role supervises nursing staff, ensures compliance with healthcare regulations, and provides strategic and clinical direction to maintain and improve client care standards. As a leader within the agency, the DON also represents the agency during audits, oversees the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, and collaborates closely with agency ownership and administrators to maintain high-quality, efficient, and regulatory-compliant services. There is support from an Assistant Director of Nursing who focuses more on the regulatory aspects and several case managers.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervision and Compliance:
* Serve as the supervising nurse, ensuring staff adherence to agency policies, federal/state regulations, and accreditation standards.
* Oversee clinical staff, including onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.
* Manage the QAPI program, implementing corrective action plans when necessary.
* Maintain availability during operating hours and ensure after-hours support.
* Client Care and Clinical Operations:
* Direct the implementation, assessment, and evaluation of client care services, ensuring timely admissions and reassessment of care plans.
* Review and approve OASIS assessments, patient care documentation, and physician orders.
* Consult with physicians regarding client care and manage lab results and other clinical updates.
* Regulatory and Quality Assurance:
* Represent the agency in audits by regulatory agencies and ensure compliance with licensure and accreditation.
* Oversee agency emergency preparedness and participate in policy review and case conferences.
* Strategic Development and Community Relations:
* Build relationships with referral sources and community health providers to enhance agency visibility and growth.
* Participate in community awareness events and collaborate with local, state, and national health organizations.
* Administrative Duties:
* Manage budget for medical supplies and ensure efficient utilization of EMR for client care scheduling and reporting.
* Coordinate claims with payers and manage the on-call rotation of staff.
* Analyze agency reports to develop operational improvements.
Qualifications
* Active RN License in the State of Illinois.
* JD (Juris Doctor) is bonus as legal expertise would be beneficial for navigating healthcare regulations and compliance.
* Strong understanding of home health care regulations and compliance requirements.
* Previous experience in a supervisory or director-level nursing role, preferably in a home health care environment.
* Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Compensation
* Competitive salary, with comprehensive benefits and potential for performance bonuses.
If you are interested in this Director of Nursing position, please send your resume to Carol can also be reached at. ALL COMMUNICATION IS CONFIDENTIAL.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Job Tags
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