Description

Want to join our team as a Compliance Resource Nurse? We are currently looking for a nurse who would be responsible for collaborative development and execution of key elements of the compliance program at Hospice of the Chesapeake (HOC). This position conducts documentation reviews and investigations, collects data, analyzes trends, and identifies areas or issues for performance improvement. Serves as a resource to HOC staff and leadership.

Office Location: Pasadena, MD

Status: Full-time

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 4:30pm

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience, education and credentialing

Main Responsibilities:

• Assists in the organization, implementation, and facilitation of the compliance program; monitors performance and related activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness.
• Facilitates the organization's continuous state of CMS and Joint Commission/ACHC survey readiness through activities such as but not limited to: rounding, observational visits with staff, mock surveys, and participation in IDTs. Participates in on-site surveys as needed.
• Conducts the review of policies and procedures, and creates and contributes to review of standards of work.
• Conducts audits of business and clinical documentation to ensure compliance with all regulations and organizational policy and procedures. Assists with the design of action plans, audit tools, training materials and data collection in response to identified needs.
• Facilitates document retrieval, tracking, review, and organization of records requested by outside entities in collaboration with HIM and/or Accounting in a timely manner. Reviews clinical documentation and composes compelling appeal letters utilizing best practice tools and resources to ensure favorable findings.
• Contributes to the mitigation of compliance risk through the investigation of reported suspected compliance infractions; reviews any applicable records, prepares investigation summaries, makes recommendations, and facilitates system and process changes.
• Provides consultation, education, coaching and training of staff and leadership on topics such as but not limited to: policy and procedures, Code of Conduct, Conditions of Participation, Joint Commission/ACHC, HIPAA etc. Works collaboratively to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.

What We Offer:

• A rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that values your contributions.
• Competitive salary and generous paid time off, including 18 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 8 paid holidays in your first year of employment with HOC.
• Educational assistance to pursue professional development, additional certifications and degree programs.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance, and available accident and critical illness coverage.

About Hospice of the Chesapeake

At Hospice of the Chesapeake, we create meaningful experiences for those in the communities we serve who are experiencing serious advanced illness and loss. We believe truly meaningful experiences come from a partnership between highly skilled and compassionate professionals, our healthcare partners and the patient and family with a primary focus on living each day to the fullest extent possible. We develop care plans to minimize symptoms, articulate what matters most, and remember that each moment matters.

We are Your Hometown Hospice! Over the last 45 years, our team has cared for more than 50,000 hospice patients and nearly 100,000 family members.

To learn more please visit us at hospicechesapeake.org or find us on social media.

Qualifications

Your Qualifications:

• Licensed as a RN in Maryland, BSN degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years healthcare quality, compliance, home health or hospice experience. Clinical documentation review experience in hospice preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of clinical aspects of patient care and compliance in hospice industry.
• Working knowledge of process improvement methodology and tools.
• Skilled in identifying the many aspects of complex problems, able to review related information and then develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Demonstrated experience with developing and preparing training materials and conducting small training sessions. Oral and written communication, ability to facilitate groups and work with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure, with attention to details and deadlines and to simultaneously handle multiple projects.

In accordance with Hospice of the Chesapeake’s commitment to leadership and industry-leading care, we require that all employees be vaccinated against COVID and influenza, as well as being screened for TB upon hire and annually thereafter. Documented and supported requests for religious and medical accommodation may be considered but may not be approved in all circumstances.

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