Apply to Registered Nurse - Regional Vice President Clinical Services

Care Options for Kids connects leading pediatric specialists with families to provide best-in-class pediatric nursing, therapy, and school-based services. We seamlessly integrate into children’s lives by bringing individualized care to children where they live, work, and play. Our pediatric specialists are committed to providing high-quality pediatric services that help children and families live their best lives. We empower our community of clinicians to meet children where they are by providing the support and resources necessary to decrease administrative burdens. This focus allows our clinicians to obtain optimal work-life balance.

Regional Vice President, Clinical Services Primary Requirements:
QUALITY:

Develop, implement, and oversee company Performance Improvement and Risk Management programs including Infection Control, Biomedical Waste, Safety, Incident Reporting, Ethics and Grievances/Complaints in conjunction with Director of Compliance and Director of Clinical Education.
- Identify trends within offices and throughout organization to develop Plans of Action/Correctio, implement best practices and/or updated Policies and Procedures.
- Ensure programs reflect current regulations, standards, and clinical protocols.
- Develop annual training for field nurses on the above programs and other necessary items.
- Advise Executive Leadership team on appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
- Lead Compliance and Performance Improvement Committees and ensure all meetings are held and documented.
- Develop, implement, and oversee nurse education, orientation and competency program including initial, ongoing and remediation.
- As Safety Officer for the Corporation oversee emergency management plan annual training and implementation when needed.
- Assist with the implementation and roll-out of new technology initiatives as needed.
- Evaluate and provide recommendations for updates for clinical and operational forms and processes on an ongoing basis.
- Ensure company policies and procedures reflect compliance with current applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.
- Ensure occurrence of consistent process implementation across organization.
- Collaborate with Healthcare Recruiter, Clinical Service Directors, Clinical Services Area Director and Business Operations Directors to ensure adequate and timely recruiting in all markets thereby ensuring client coverage and minimizing overtime. Introduce new and creative recruiting strategies as needed to increase hires and maximize ROI.
- Maintain high level of communication with Clinical Services Directors, Clinical Services Area Director, Business Operations Regional Vice President and PDN President regarding pending clients, potential issues, new processes, etc. including leading weekly clinical meetings.
- Work in conjunction with PDN President, Director of Contract Development, Clinical Services Area Director, Business Operations Regional Vice President, Business Operations Directors and Clinical Services Directors to provided competitive advantages and maximize payer relationships.
- Continue to support and facilitate organization growth, specifically pediatric skilled agency business, by assisting Clinical Services Area Director and Clinical Services Directors as needed.
- Maintain a high level of client and caregiver satisfaction by quick follow-up and resolution to escalated issues, appropriate matching of client needs and caregiver skills, etc.
- Be available during office hours for surveys and after hours for issues that arise.
- Identify any clinical or compliance gaps that exist and provide solutions to remedy.
- Assist with administrative duties such as answering phones, filing, ordering supplies, etc. as needed.

CLINICAL COMPLIANCE:

In conjunction with the Compliance Regional Director, ensure adherence to and compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, contracts, accreditation standards and policies and procedures of all offices by:
- Developing and implementing proactive audit program throughout organization including periodic site visits.
- Identifying trends within offices and organization and developing Plans of Correction to mitigate.
- Ensuring all applicable verifications, evaluations, competencies, and check are completed timely.
Assist with all surveys in conjunction with the Compliance Regional Director by:
- Ensuring all office licenses, CEMPs and personnel are up to date and renewals/changes filed timely.
- Providing offices will all necessary survey information and preparation.
- Oversee Plans of Action or Plans of Correction, development and submission for any deficiencies.
Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of clinical processes, policies, and procedures.

MANAGEMENT:

Hire, develop and supervise high potential Clinical Services Area Director and Clinical Services Directors.
Provide clinical and compliance mentorship, guidance and support to office and field staff.
Conduct counseling, coaching and annual performance evaluations for all Clinical Services Area Director and/or Clinical Services Directors and ensure the Clinical Services Area Director are properly supervising their Regional Clinical Services Director.
Develop successor planning and staff development.
Monitor, manage and oversee all Clinical Services Area Director and Clinical Services Director payroll and time off.
Participate in budgeting or annual planning activities as requested.
Submit all requested reports, action plans, etc. timely to management as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Embody the Care Options For Kids promise of bringing love, light and laughter into the homes and communities we serve.
Current RN License with BSN or higher strongly preferred.
Minimum of five years of experience as an RN required.
Minimum of three years in pediatric skilled home care strongly preferred.
A minimum of two years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
Intermediate competency with computers and other technology that are utilized to conduct job functions.
Must possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Must be able to solve complex problems and function effectively and often autonomously in a stressful work environment.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light to moderate physical exertion regularly such as: lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, stopping, kneeling, and reaching.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds such as: books, papers, files, medical/office supplies etc. frequently.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time in the work area.
Ability to transport oneself to and from multiple work sites.

Location:
Colorado/Southwest Region

What we Offer:

A supportive and collaborative work environment.
Opportunity to Join a Rapidly Growing, Fast-Paced Organization!
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous Paid Time Off
401K
A chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

*Compensation dependent on experience.

Care Options For Kids is an equal opportunity employer. The Equal Employment Opportunity Policy of Care Options For Kids is to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. Care Options For Kids hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. Care Options For Kids believes that associates should be provided with a working environment which enables each associate to be productive and to work to the best of his or her ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free atmosphere.

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