Evening Supervisor (Inpatient Unit - Hospice House)

The RN Evening Supervisor is responsible for the clinical and administrative oversight of the Hospice House during the evening shift. This role ensures that all patients receive compassionate, high-quality hospice care while providing leadership and support to the nursing staff. The Supervisor acts as the primary administrative authority on-site in the absence of the Executive Director or Coordinator. 

What the role will entail:

• Manages "after-hours" facility operations, including handling staff call-ins and coordinating with maintenance or pharmacy vendors as needed. Covers shifts as needed to ensure safe nurse patient ratio.
• Completes admission/transfer process for all patients arriving during work hours.
• Covers shift as needed due to call outs or staffing emergencies.
• Audits EMR for quality as directed by Coordinator or Executive Director. 
• Holds monthly night shift nursing meetings.
• Provides effective feedback and completes performance evaluations for direct reports.
• Appropriately evaluates staff using field evaluation tool at designated intervals.
• Alternating back up administrator on call requirement. Every other week.
• Directs and evaluates nursing care provided by the interdisciplinary team to ensure adherence to individualized Plans of Care (POC).
• Conducts regular rounds to monitor patient status, staff performance, and the facility environment.
• Provides real-time clinical coaching and mentorship to staff, particularly in managing complex end-of-life symptoms (e.g., terminal agitation, respiratory distress). 
• Ensures all clinical documentation complies with state, federal, and agency regulatory standards.
• Monitors and audits EMR entries for accuracy, focusing on documentation that supports continued hospice eligibility.
• Investigates and documents any shift incidents or accidents involving patients or staff. 
• Oversees the admission/transfer process for new patients arriving during the evening shift, ensuring a welcoming and      supportive transition.
• May assist in triaging incoming calls from the after-hours field team to determine the need for emergent inpatient transfer. 
• Assesses staffing levels based on patient acuity and adjusts assignments to ensure safe and efficient care.

Skills we are looking for:

• Strong understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care.
• Expertise in pain and symptom management.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to lead in emotionally sensitive situations.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Bilingual is a plus!

Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Work in fast paced environment
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds of supplies and/or equipment
• Moderate/High level of possible exposure to infectious agents.
• Routine duties involve potential for direct exposure to blood or body fluids.

Preferred Experience & Education:

• Graduate from accredited nursing program
• Associates in nursing, BSN preferred.
• Valid NYS  Registered Nurse license.  
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in hospice, palliative care, oncology, or critical care.
• 1 year of supervisory experience preferred 
• CHPN preferred. 

Hours: 

• 4:00pm-12:00am 
• Could be flexible with schedule depending on needs (Tuesday-Saturday, Sunday-Thursday or Rotating Schedule)
• Holiday requirement 

FLSA: Exempt

Pay: Starting $100,000-110,000/yr

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Matched 403b, Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care, and more!

Hudson Valley Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.