Director of Patient Services-Nurse Practitioner
Director of Patient Services-Nurse Practitioner
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2years
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1 Vacancy
Job Description
About Synergy HomeCare of Westchester
Synergy HomeCare of Westchester is a leading provider of personalized home care services for individuals and families. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for our clients promoting independence and providing compassionate care. We re seeking an experienced and visionary Nurse Practitioner to join our leadership team and help drive clinical excellence grow our census and foster relationships within the healthcare community.
Position Overview
The Director of Patient Services (DPS) will play a pivotal role in both clinical oversight and business growth. This executivelevel role requires a dynamic leader who can enhance clinical outcomes foster strong relationships with healthcare professionals and contribute to the expansion of our client base. The DPS will oversee clinical operations guide the care delivery process ensure compliance with industry standards and work closely with the leadership team to drive growth. The DPS will work collaboratively with caregivers clients and families to maintain a patientcentered approach while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. The Nurse Practitioner DPS will also actively participate in assessing client needs developing care plans and providing medical expertise to ensure the highest standard of care is delivered across all services.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership:
- Oversee and manage all clinical aspects of the agency including assessments care planning and of services.
- Ensure that the highest quality of care is delivered to clients in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
- Develop and implement clinical protocols and best practices to improve client outcomes and satisfaction.
- Monitor and assess clinical performance metrics including patient outcomes client retention and overall service quality.
- Provide leadership and support to clinical staff including RNs LPNs HHA s PCA s and caregivers ensuring ongoing education and compliance with standards.
Business Growth and Relationship Building:
- Actively engage with hospitals physicians rehabilitation centers nursing homes and other healthcare facilities to build strong referral relationships.
- Work with the marketing and business development teams to create strategies that promote Synergy HomeCare s services to healthcare professionals and the community.
- Conduct presentations and outreach to healthcare partners to increase awareness of Synergy HomeCare s services.
- Collaborate with leadership to develop strategic growth initiatives aimed at increasing census and expanding the agency s reach.
Client Retention and Satisfaction:
- Develop and implement strategies to improve client retention through enhanced care coordination and communication with families and clients.
- Lead initiatives focused on improving client satisfaction addressing client concerns and optimizing care delivery.
- Review client feedback and implement improvements to ensure continuous improvement in care quality and service delivery.
Compliance and Quality Assurance:
- Ensure compliance with all local state and federal regulations including maintaining accreditation standards.
- Regularly review and update clinical policies and procedures to ensure they reflect best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Lead quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives to enhance overall clinical operations.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure clinical documentation and care practices are in line with industry standards.
Team Leadership and Development:
- Mentor and lead clinical staff fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth.
- Support the recruitment hiring and training of clinical staff to maintain a high standard of care.
- Organize and conduct ongoing professional development and training for the clinical team.
Qualifications:
- Master s Degree in Nursing (MSN) and certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) required.
- Current NP licensure in the state of New York.
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role at a Home Care Agency in New York.
- Proven track record of fostering relationships with healthcare professionals and organizations to drive business growth.
- Strong understanding of home care operations clinical protocols and healthcare regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead mentor and manage a clinical team.
- Exceptional communication interpersonal and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other departments to achieve organizational goals.
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and care management systems is preferred.
Key Competencies:
- Leadership: Ability to inspire lead and manage clinical staff while fostering a culture of compassion and care excellence.
- Business Acumen: Understands how to drive business growth through relationshipbuilding strategic planning and operational efficiency.
- Clinical Expertise: Deep knowledge of home care geriatric care and chronic condition management.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills able to present ideas and build relationships with both clinical staff and healthcare professionals.
- ClientCentered Focus: Demonstrates a strong commitment to improving client outcomes and satisfaction.
- Problem Solving: Ability to analyze clinical and operational challenges and develop creative solutions.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and bonus opportunities tied to agency growth and performance.
- Health dental and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- A dynamic supportive and collaborative work environment.
Employment Type
Full Time
