Patient Care Team Manager (RN)- Austin, TX

Team Manager

Job Description:

• Supervise, evaluate, and coordinate the interdisciplinary team
• Assure continuity of care from admission to discharge or transfer to bereavement
• Serve as patient advocate and coordinator for other social service and health care providers
• Assume responsibility for the maintenance of patient records from intake through discharge or transfer

Benefits Include:

• Full Time- M-F 8-5 in Office- In the field with team 4/6 times per month
• Salaried
• Competitive compensation
• Generous PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Health (Including Dental & Vision), Life and Disability Insurance
• Roadside Assistance
• 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Insurance
• Affinity Program

Qualifications:

• Reliable transportation with appropriate license and insurance coverage
• Private telephone in home
• Knowledge of primary medical and nursing care, with working knowledge of oncologic nursing and palliative care
• Basic understanding of interpersonal dynamics in an interdisciplinary health care team
• Knowledge of the process of dying and bereavement
• Working knowledge of VITAS information system (Vx) and ability to utilize management reports
• Two years successful supervisory experience or equivalent in a health care organization

Education:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Current and valid R.N. License to practice in the state where the VITAS program is located

Professional Development:

Behind every patient success story at VITAS is a team of compassionate, expert professionals making a difference. To attract and retain top talent, VITAS offers the VITAS Employee Promise, focusing on:

• Purpose: A mission-driven and fulfilling career caring for patients with advanced illness
• Passion: Opportunity to work with people who share your deep caring for the work
• People: Commitment to focus on employees and provide resources that complement their daily work
• Possibilities: A caring culture supporting professional growth in a safe and productive environment
• Presence: Accessible, approachable, and authentic leaders who listen and learn from employees