Eden Health

Home Health Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS)

Eden Health • $75K — $95K *
Coeur D Alene, ID 83815In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed healthcare professional (physician, physical therapist, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, or registered nurse)
  • Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or relevant therapy field from an accredited program
  • Current valid state license from appropriate board
  • Minimum of three years nursing or therapy experience, ideally in community health, home health, or hospice
  • At least one year in a supervisory or administrative role

Responsibilities

  • Develop, plan, and organize patient care services in compliance with applicable regulations
  • Maintain adequate staffing levels to respond to changes in patient needs
  • Support a culture of safety and quality in patient care
  • Direct Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities
  • Assist with financial management and budgeting alongside the Executive Director
  • Oversee hiring, training, and evaluating staff to ensure quality care
  • Coordinate admissions and discharges while collaborating with various healthcare stakeholders

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and training programs
  • Engagement in a quality-focused healthcare environment
  • Access to resources for continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends
  • Collaboration with a supportive leadership team
  • Meaningful patient interaction and impact on community health
Full Job Description
  • Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and directing patient care services in accordance with federal and state regulations, accrediting bodies, and recognized standards of care.
  • Maintains staffing levels as needed to provide patient care to meet changing demands in patient acuity and admission volumes. Guarantees schedules provide proper coverage for patient care needs.
  • Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
  • Directs and supports Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities, including evaluation, planning, and implementation.
  • Assists in preparing and meeting financial targets set by the Agency's annual budget. Contributes to the ongoing budget management and gathering of financial data in conjunction with the Executive Director.
  • Aids in the Agency's goal of retaining quality staff by appropriately hiring, orienting, training, evaluating, and disciplining staff, including contract staff, within established policy. Assists in the development and implementation of orientation and ongoing training programs provided for Agency staff.
  • Assists in establishing criteria for the admission and discharge of patients.
  • Is readily available during operating hours.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of current Medicare, Medicaid, and third party payer requirements for home health reimbursement. Possesses understanding of applicable state and federal regulations as applicable to home health and communicates updates to staff.
  • Works closely and communicates with Executive Director to ensure highest quality of care to patients, efficient operations, business development, and financial stewardship.
  • Communicates and coordinates with physician's offices, payers, patients/families, outpatient services and inpatient coordinators, community resources, and agencies. Promotes home health services and coordinates care across the continuum.
  • Maintains up-to-date clinical knowledge of methods, products, trends, research, etc., and communicates this information to staff.
  • Working with Executive Director, supports and facilitates implementation of existing or changes to Agency's policies, regulations, process, or procedures.
  • Consults with VSO (Vancouver Service Office) and internal/external stakeholders as needed when developing solutions or addressing issues.
  • Working with Executive Director, sets strategic and operational goals for branch. Assists in gathering data and developing and implementing action plans to respond to trends in metrics.
  • Acts as an alternate in the Executive Director/Administrator's absence as directed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Implements policies and procedures; goals and objectives; and standards of care relevant to patient services and staff functions.
  • Maintains staffing levels as needed to provide patient care to meet changing demands in patient acuity and admission volumes. Guarantees schedules provide proper coverage for patient care needs.
  • Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
  • Directs and supports Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities, including evaluation, planning, and implementation.
  • Assists in preparing and meeting financial targets set by the Agency's annual budget. Contributes to the ongoing budget management and gathering of financial data in conjunction with the Executive Director.
  • Aids in the Agency's goal of retaining quality staff by appropriately hiring, orienting, training, evaluating, and disciplining staff, including contract staff, within established policy. Assists in the development and implementation of orientation and ongoing training programs provided for Agency staff.
  • Assists in establishing criteria for the admission and discharge of patients.
  • Is readily available during operating hours.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of current Medicare, Medicaid, and third party payer requirements for home health reimbursement. Possesses understanding of applicable state and federal regulations as applicable to home health and communicates updates to staff.
  • Works closely and communicates with Executive Director to ensure highest quality of care to patients, efficient operations, business development, and financial stewardship.
  • Communicates and coordinates with physician's offices, payers, patients/families, outpatient services and inpatient coordinators, community resources, and agencies. Promotes home health services and coordinates care across the continuum.
  • Maintains up-to-date clinical knowledge of methods, products, trends, research, etc., and communicates this information to staff.
  • Working with Executive Director, supports and facilitates implementation of existing or changes to Agency's policies, regulations, process, or procedures.
  • Consults with VSO (Vancouver Service Office) and internal/external stakeholders as needed when developing solutions or addressing issues.
  • Working with Executive Director, sets strategic and operational goals for branch. Assists in gathering data and developing and implementing action plans to respond to trends in metrics.
  • Acts as an alternate in the Executive Director/Administrator's absence as directed.
  • Other duties as assigned.


  • Licensed physician, physical therapist, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, or registered nurse.
  • Registered Nurse with a Bachelor's Degree (preferred) in Nursing from an accredited program and current license from the State Board of Nursing; or
  • Therapist with a degree from an accredited program and current license from the corresponding therapy board.
  • Three (3) years nursing/therapy experience. Experience in community health, home health, or hospice services in the past five (5) years preferred
  • At least one (1) year supervisory and administrative experience.

About Eden Health

Eden Health is a healthcare company that provides primary care, mental health, and insurance navigation services to employers and their employees. The company's platform offers a range of services, including virtual care, in-person care, and insurance benefits management. Eden Health's mission is to create a world where every person has a relationship with a trusted healthcare provider. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in New York, NY.
Learn more about Eden Health
Size
201 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
2016
Revenue
$10 million
* Ladders Estimates

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