Job Description

Job Description

LanceSoft is seeking a local contract nurse RN Hospice Director for a local contract nursing job in San Fernando, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Hospice
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days, nights, flexible
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS) (Home Health/Hospice Exp.)

About the Role

A well-established provider of Hospice and Palliative Care is seeking a full-time Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS) to lead its hospice program in the Greater Los Angeles area. This executive leadership position holds overall clinical management responsibility and ensures the successful delivery of care to patients and families.

The DPCS acts as a liaison between the Administrator, clinical staff, patients, families, and the community. This role supervises clinical teams, including team managers, contracted services, on-call, and continuous care staff. The DPCS also plays a key role in hiring, staff retention, quality assurance, training, and patient advocacy.

Benefits

• Bonus structure
• Holiday, sick, and vacation pay
• Health insurance including dental and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) and life insurance plans
• Supportive and respectful team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and recognition

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations of the hospice program
• Supervise and evaluate clinical staff
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Implement and monitor quality assurance initiatives
• Advocate for patients and uphold organizational mission and values
• Facilitate staff training and development
• Ensure appropriate patient admissions and care delivery
• Maintain effective communication across teams and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a BSN or higher in nursing or a health-related field
• Current California RN license (Hospice and Palliative Nursing Certification preferred)
• Minimum of five years of professional experience, including three years in hospice/home health and one year in a supervisory or administrative role
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Proficient in electronic medical records and computer systems
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation

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About LanceSoft

Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Long term contract, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,

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