- Participates in the development of administrative policies and procedures related to agency- Directs implementation of approved work methods and procedures that reflect elements essential to high quality of care- Ensures that the professional standards of community nursing practice are maintained by all nurses providing care- Reviews and evaluates existing clinical policies and practices to determine if current methods provide the means for professional staff to carry out their responsibilities and achieve projected goals- Participates in the review, analysis, and appraisal of effectiveness of the total Agency program- Interprets and transmits policies of the Governing Body to the professional staff in order to ensure compliance with policies- Maintains on-going liaison among Governing Body and the IDG Committee- Supervises job classifications and job descriptions of professional personnel- Selects and maintains a qualified, well organized staff to provide care for the needs of the patients- Is accountable for all RN’s, LPN’s, and Hospice Aides- Establishes staffing patterns, which reflect the quality and quantity of various professional personnel necessary to plan, provide, and supervise the care rendered to patients and families- Establishes methods for coordination of care by all disciplines- Gives leadership in promoting and maintaining standards for giving good quality care by all members of the patient care team- Supervises and teaches in order to improve practice within the Agency- Assures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations- Consults with Medical Director in matters related to patient care services- Maintain referral records in electronic medical record, tracking date of referral and date of admission- Perform clinical audits of patient electronic medical record and notify clinicians of any missing or incomplete date to remain in compliance with regulatory and clinical requirements