Hospice Compliance Officer

Company DescriptionSiter-Neubauer & Associates is currently conducting a search for Compliance Officer:   This Healthcare organization is an independent, non-profit, fully accredited, community-owned health care provider with more than 30 years of combined experience. The professionally trained staff provides compassionate, quality Hospice health care to adults, children and infants facing the advancing stages of any life-threatening illness such as cancer, Alzheimer's, AIDS, end-stage heart and lung disease, and severe birth defects. Care is delivered to patients throughout greater north central Texas primarily in their homes and also in non-acute care facilities. The company is continuously growing and seeking a nursing leader to join the administrative team to lead the regulatory and compliance standards/initiatives. Job DescriptionThe Hospice Compliance Officer leads and directs the entire organization's regulatory and compliance programs.  Serves as the privacy and security official. Develops, revises and monitors policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory bodies.  Leads the organization in compliance with CHAPS, Medicare and Medicaid regulatory standards in the survey preparation process as well as State and Federal regulatory standards.  Performs on site visits to audit adherence to Conditions of Participation.  Serves as a member of the Leadership Team.   Collaborates with the executive team, clinical directors and managers, nurses, and physicians to develop and implement standardized policies and procedures for regulatory compliance, evidence-based care, and standards of practice.  Facilitates education and training for leadership and staff regarding regulatory issues, new statutes, and guidelines related to quality and performance improvement.  Directs Quality Assurance Program, OSHA and Infection Control Programs.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Nursing required.   Master's degree is highly preferred A minimum 5years clinical experience with a minimum of 3 years clinical experience in Hospice or Home Health required.  Experience leading a Quality or Compliance Program required. Supervisory experience in healthcare required.   This position reports to the Executive Vice President and offers a superior compensation and benefits package for the ideal candidate. Apply today for this high visibility position with a prestigious health care organization.  Additional Information