RN Administrator – Lansing – Visiting Physicians Association – Okemos, MI

Position Description

The Administrator administers, organizes and directs the Agency’s ongoing functions; maintains ongoing liaison among the community it serves, the governing body, the group of professional personnel, and the staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains an on-going liaison with the Governing Body, and the Agency staff
• Coordinates service components to be provided by contractual agreement and ensures hiring of qualified personnel. Ensures adequate staff education and evaluations
• Plans overall development of the Home Health Agency as set forth in the Conditions of Participation under the direction of the Governing Body
• Ensures Agency compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. Acts as a resource for the Staff
• Completes, stores, and submits reports and records as required by State, Federal and Local Regulatory Agencies
• Directs the implementation of improved work methods and procedures to ensure achievement of Program objectives
• Directs the standards and methods of measurement and implementation of agency activities related to process improvement, quality of patient care delivery, patient satisfaction, and staff satisfaction
• Oversees annual program evaluation and the plan of correction resulting from this evaluation
• Reviews existing policies and procedures on a timely basis. Recommends revision of same when appropriate to QA Department. Responsible for meeting the Agency’s annual fiscal, quality, and operational goals and objectives
• Maintains a current organizational chart to show lines of authority to the patient level
• Collaborates with Human Resources in recommending rules governing conduct while on duty, working hours, and salary or per visit rates
• Maintains Agency’s personnel files as required by State, Federal and Local regulation or Agency policy and procedure
• Ensures accuracy of public information
• Develops and maintains community relationships including but not limited to current and potential referral sources, customers, health care facilities, and community leaders
• Appoints in writing, a qualified licensed person to act as Clinical Manager and a similarly qualified alternate to serve as Clinical Manager in the absence of the Clinical Manager
• Coordinates and ensures that quarterly UR/QI (Performance Improvement) Committee meetings are held
• Maintains efficient work flow by ensuring adequate space, equipment, supplies, as well as ergonomic work areas
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities as needed
• Evaluates client satisfaction survey reports and implements effective Plan of Correction based on findings
• Evaluates staff satisfaction regularly and develops an effective Plan of Correction based on findings
• Is available during the agency’s usual working hours
• Has the primary responsibility to initiate the emergency preparedness plan
• Performs the roll of Disaster Coordinator during emergencies and/or disasters
• Follows agency policies and procedures
• Provides direct support and administrative control for all branch locations
• Performs these and all other duties as assigned by the Regional Director of Operations
• Lifting of objects up to 40 pounds from floor to shoulder
• Repetitive walking, standing, sitting, bending and use of hands
• Average hearing and vision
• Driving in a variety of seasonal environments for 2-4 hours
• Exposure/risk category: OSHA Category 3

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• An Administrator who began employment prior to January 13, 2018
• Is a licensed physician, or
• A registered nurse, or
• Has training and experience in Health Services Administration and at least one year of supervisory administrative experience in home health care or related health programs
• An Administrator who began employment after January 13, 2018
• Is a licensed physician or registered nurse, or holds an undergraduate degree
• Has experience in Health Services Administration, with at least one year of supervisory experience in home health care or a related health care field
• Current driver’s license and automobile in good working condition with proof of auto insurance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and is able to read, write and comprehend English
• Demonstrated competency in budgeting, finance, long-term planning, and interpersonal communications
• Proficiency in personal computer use, including e-mail, clinical, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software
• Working knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations governing Medicare Skilled Home Health Services
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills including effective communication to the Governing Body and Agency Staff

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1.00 – $2.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supervising Experience: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place