RN Area Administrator - Full-time

Company Overview:

We are hiring for a RN Area Administrator!

 

At LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.  

 

​We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!​ 

• employee wellness programs 
• flexibility for true work-life balance  
• holidays & paid time off (Note- if this does not apply to the role then remove this bullet)  
• continuing education & career growth opportunities 
• company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals  

 

​Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!  

Essential Functions:

The Area Executive Director isresponsible for oversight of assigned region as it relates to implementation and maintenance of administrative practices, agency philosophy, goals, and policies which assure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations; coordination and completion of assigned projects to effectively support the immediate and long range objectives of the company; enhancement of the profitability of assigned agencies; motivation and retention of qualified staff; and assurance of the quality of services delivered. This position also acts as a liaison with management staff and other departments throughout the company.

• Ensures adherence to the Care Management Model within all assigned agencies and on an ongoing
• Participates in and helps to facilitate the QAPI planning and processes, reporting, and improvement action plans in assigned agencies. This includes the oversight of all occurrences, complaints, negative trends, performance improvement issues, patient/family satisfaction scores, and
• Reviews assigned agencies monthly financials relative to all aspects of the operation to assure that quality patient care is delivered in the most cost-effective manner.
• Reviews weekly metrics, claims alerts, productivity, and census reports and follows up on negative trends as needed for assigned agencies.
• Reports to the divisional leadership team on all operational, financial, risk management, compliance, staffing, business development and patient care issues.
• Reviews monthly and quarterly operational and market development financials with Divisional leadership for assigned agencies with follow-up for variances.
  
• Oversees current budget and budget forecast for assigned
• Assists the sales team in identifying and implementing business development opportunities in assigned agencies.
• Works closely with local leadership and sales to drive a vision of appropriate growth by focusing every team member on the needs and expectations of the referral community and patients.
• Knows the features and benefits of the services provided by the division and is able to articulate competitive advantages, specialty programs, and Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.
• Reviews and approves, with Human Resources guidance, all people decisions including, but not limited to, terminations, suspensions, new hires, talent reviews and grievances as needed for assigned agencies.
• Mentors local leadership regarding each assigned agency's fiscal, clinical, census and quality metrics
• Ensures adequate staffing of assigned agencies as well as adequate staff education and evaluations
• Acts as liaison between agency staff, management team, and senior leadership team
• Reviews annual staff satisfaction results for assigned agencies and assists with action plan for all Tier 2 and Tier 3 agencies.
• Conducts regularly scheduled conference calls and/or agency visits with local leadership reviewing and evaluating overall operations, clinical processes, business development opportunities and possible adverse trends/concerns in assigned
• Supervises and provides timely performance evaluations to direct reports.
• Acts as a liaison between business contacts and/or partners regarding assigned agencies fiscal and quality performance, including participation in the quarterly reporting process.
• Facilitates agency participation in community awareness, education, and service-oriented projects in assigned regions Responsible for compliance in assigned agencies with all regulations, laws, policies and procedures that are applicable to home health/hospice and Medicare/Medicaid issues when applicable. Mentors and collaborates with local leadership to ensure compliance in these areas.

Education & Experience:

Experience Requirements

● At least three years of documented experience in discipline with at least one year of full time experience in a hospice, home health, or oncology setting.
● The Area ED of Operations will not hold any simultaneous/concurrent employment by any other licensed health care/hospice agency (excluding Arkansas and West Virginia).

License Requirements

 

● Licensed Registered Nurse currently licensed to practice in the state of employment or a college graduate with a Bachelor's degree (Education and licensure must comply with state regulations).

 

 

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.  

 

Must be fully vaccinated or be willing to complete full vaccination by date of hire and proof of vaccination will be required. If permitted by state law, the company will consider requests for religious or medical exemptions. 

 

LHC Group is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: “It's all about helping people.”