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Marketing & Business Development Liaison

Full-Time

Athena Hospice of Rhode Island - Warwick, RI

Posted 2 weeks ago

We are hiring a Marketing & Business Development Liaison to join our dynamic sales team at Athena Hospice of Rhode Island! Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life. Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company. Duties & Responsibilities:

Act as a liaison between the referral accounts/the community and home health & hospice and identify and develop new potential referral sources.
Develop and maintain a monthly and daily marketing plan based on Home Health & Hospice needs. Service accounts in accordance with the marketing plan and as needed. Responsible for timely and accurate completion of monthly and daily marketing/business development action plans.
Maximizes census through effective marketing, sales calls, and public relations in accordance with Athena Home Health & Hospice goals.
Effectively develop and implement monthly marketing plans that are organized and strategic through geographic planning, completion of daily marketing/admission action plans, targeting account assignments, adherence to account assignments, sales call frequency, strategy for account development, and vertical account development.
Ability to demonstrate technical skills which support/enhance sales skills and results through: sales delivery, collateral use, product knowledge, knowledge of competitors, identifying challenges and creating/initiating solutions in a positive and effective way.
Responsible for external sales calls/contact with assigned referral accounts based on account priority listing: Primary Accounts: 1-3 days per week contact for all skilled nursing facility accounts. Weekly contact for all other accounts. Secondary Accounts: Biweekly to monthly contact. Tertiary Accounts: Quarterly contact.
Sales and marketing activities with minimum requirements set annually based on the strategy developed and individual marketing plans.
- Presentations per month to a group of healthcare professionals.
- Sales calls (scheduled or cold calls) to qualified referral sources.
- Community Events/Programs
- Professional Events/Programs
Responsible to ensure external sales calls effectively and successfully demonstrate preparation, discovery, presentation of features/benefits, handling of objections, and closing skills.
Create and distribute collateral materials (brochures, flyers, newsletters, etc.), promotional materials, as well as devising mailing campaigns.
Manage marketing/sales budget for the Athena Home Health & Hospice.
Schedule and conduct meetings for prospective families and applicants. Share pertinent information regarding Athena Home Health & Hospice Services as appropriate. Obtain any additional information needed from the family to complete an application/screen.
Track and evaluate referrals on a daily and monthly basis.
Participate in orientation and in-service training programs for professional staff.
Demonstrate familiarity with policies of the agency and rules and regulations of State and Federal bodies which assist in determining policies.
Accept other assignments as appropriate.

Education & Experience: Experience in sales and marketing preferred, experience in home health and hospice care, long-term care or acute-care required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Significant experience in sales and marketing may be submitted in lieu of Bachelor’s degree. About Athena Health Care Systems: Athena Hospice of Rhode Island is managed by Athena Health Care Systems. Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment. Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve. Athena’s Benefits:

Competitive and Weekly Pay
Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
Career Advancement Opportunities
Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

Employer Paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Vacation and Personal Time
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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Hospice RN Case Manager

Full-Time

Athena Hospice of Rhode Island - Warwick, RI

Posted 1 month ago

We are hiring an RN Case Manager to join our dynamic care team at Athena Hospice of Rhode Island! Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life. Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company. In this role, you plan, organize, and direct hospice care. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities. Experience & Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
One (1) to two (2) years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting, and one (1) to two (2) years of recent experience in home care.
Current licensure in State and CPR certification.
Bachelor’s degree, with one (1) year of hospice care experience preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsible for supervising hospice aides.
Completes an initial, comprehensive, and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.
Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by:
1. Writing and initiating plan of care
2. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs
3. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary
Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis, and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care.
Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.
Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care.
Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.

About Athena Health Care Systems: Athena Hospice of Rhode Island is managed by Athena Health Care Systems. Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment. Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve. Athena’s Benefits:

Competitive and Weekly Pay
Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
Career Advancement Opportunities
Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members:

Employer Paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Vacation and Personal Time
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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On-Call Registered Nurse

On Call

Athena Hospice of Rhode Island - Warwick, RI

Posted 3 months ago

We are hiring an On-Call Registered Nurse to join our care team with Athena Hospice of Rhode Island! Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life. Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company. In this role, you are responsible for the provision of skilled nursing assessment, planning and care on an on-call basis in order to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families. Education & Experience:

Possession of current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in the state of Rhode Island. Preferably a B.S. degree in nursing.
Minimum two years of varied work experience as a professional nurse and preferably one of the two years in an acute or hospice setting.
Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings.
Demonstrated skill in nursing practice, ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Respond to on-call messages that will include making recommendations via phone and making visits to the home of the patient about whom the call is received.
Make scheduled hospice visits to patients as directed by Clinical Manager; includes visits to patients admitted the previous day, and any patients with a clinical need for a visit.
Death pronouncements for patients dying at home or in a location where there is not a registered nurse to pronounce death.
Complete assessments for hospice eligibility.
Complete admissions as directed by Clinical Manager.
Write progress notes for all telephone contact and all in-person visits.
Contact attending physician or medical director as needed for any changes in patient status or need for change in physician orders.
Provide appropriate support at time of death and perform bereavement assessment if requested.
Participate in orientation and in-service training programs for professional staff.
Participate in agency and community programs as requested to promote professional growth and understanding of hospice care.
Demonstrate familiarity with policies of the agency and rules and regulations of State and Federal bodies which assist in determining policies.
Accept other assignments as appropriate.

Competitive and Weekly Pay
Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
Career Advancement Opportunities
Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members:

Employer Paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Vacation and Personal Time
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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Home Care/Hospice, Nursing, Registered Nurse - RN

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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Full-Time, Part-Time, Per Diem

Athena Hospice of Rhode Island - Warwick, RI

Posted 6 months ago

We are hiring Hospice Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team in Rhode Island! Athena Health Care Systems has been a leader in providing quality health care services since 1984. With homes throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Athena has been recognized as one of the largest managers of skilled nursing facilities. By enhancing the quality of life and quality of our environments, we have made our managed facilities a better place for our residents to live and a better place for employees to work. PURPOSE OF POSITION: Carries out duties assigned by RN Case Manager to increase the level of patient comfort, to maintain good personal hygiene and a safe environment for the patient. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Adheres to the written home health aide plan of care as prepared by the RN Case Manager.
Promptly reports changes in the patient’s condition to the RN Case Manager.
Assists the patient with all aspects of personal care, ambulation and positioning as required.
Prepares meals and assists with feeding as required.
Performs household services which are necessary for the health and safety of the patient and family.
Provides assistance with bedpans and urinals as needed.
Provides guidance to the caregiver regarding personal care of the patient.
Attends and participates in weekly team meetings, AM report, in-services, and agency meetings and other related activities when appropriate.
Understands and adheres to Athena Hospice of Rhode Island policies and procedures.
Follows the guidelines for universal precautions when providing patient care.
Maintains records of services performed and of apparent condition of patient, using documentation guidelines and standards set forth by Athena Hospice of Rhode Island.
Submits legible and accurate documentation of all services provided in a timely manner in accordance with home health aide documentation requirements.
Carries out duties and responsibilities of position in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service.
Consistently represents Athena Hospice of Rhode Island to all internal and external customers with integrity and professionalism.
Encourages and maintains safety standards in the workplace and home.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Must pass the Home Health Aide competency exam.
Must be proficient in English to the extent of being able to read and understand instructions and communicate effectively with clients.
Must understand and use universal precautions when dealing with clients.
Must have access to an automobile and must have a valid driver's license.
Must be able to physically perform personal care on clients.
Must have a valid CNA license.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Works out of the Athena Hospice of Rhode Island office with extensive travel required to patient’s homes and/or nursing facilities. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law

Medical specialties:

Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Physical setting:

Nursing home

Standard shift:

Day shift

Weekly schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

hospice: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CNA (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Full-Time, Part-Time, Per Diem

Athena Hospice of Rhode Island - Warwick, RI

Posted 6 months ago

We are currently searching for a compassionate LPNs to join our team in Rhode Island! Athena Health Care Systems has been a leader in providing quality health care services since 1984. With homes throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Athena has been recognized as one of the largest managers of skilled nursing facilities. By enhancing the quality of life and quality of our environments, we have made our managed facilities a better place for our residents to live and a better place for employees to work. At Athena Hospice of Rhode Island, we deliver the personal care and quality service desired and deserved by every patient. What sets us apart from the other agencies is our commitment to perfection; our clinician's focus on the quality of the time and treatment spent with patients rather than the numbers of visits per day. We do not follow in the footsteps of other agencies, instead we choose to lead by understanding what is truly required for each patient's condition and set trends for the future. PURPOSE OF POSITION: Responsible as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team for the provision of nursing care for hospice patients to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families consistent with Athena Hospice of Rhode Island’s policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Maintain communication with other hospice staff members and other agencies as needed to provide optimal care and use of resources for the patient/family. · Maintain regular communication with the RN Case Manager or Team Leader to review caseload. · Implement the plan of care as specified by the Interdisciplinary Team. · Provide personal care as needed. · Perform nursing procedures as ordered. · Determine the patient's needs and report findings to the RN Case Manager. · Recommend changes to the plan of care as appropriate. · Complete accurate charting of findings, treatments, and patient responses. · Organize care to provide timely and efficient care to all patients. · Supervise nursing aids. · Provide emotional support to patients and their family and friends. · Follow strict infection control guidelines. · .Participate in agency and community programs as requested to promote professional growth and understanding of hospice care. · Demonstrate familiarity with policies of the agency and rules and regulations of State and Federal bodies which assist in determining policies. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Possession of current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in the state of Rhode Island. Preferably a B.S. degree in nursing. Minimum two years of varied work experience as a professional nurse and preferably one of the two years in an acute or hospice setting. Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings. Demonstrated skill in nursing practice, ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles. EXPERIENCE A minimum, one (1) year experience in a hospital, long-term care facility or other related health care facility is preferable. We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law. Location: Warwick, Rhode Island

Salary: $27.00 - $28.00 per hour

Experience:

Hospice: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

LPN (Required)

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Athena Health Care Systems C.N.A. Class Waitlist

Interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant? Athena Health Care Systems invites you to join our waitlist for upcoming sponsored classes. A member of our team will reach out when the skilled nursing home closest to you opens course registration! We have locations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island offering weekly pay and great benefits. Common shift options include 7 a.m. - 3 p.m., 3 p.m. - 11 p.m., and 11 p.m. - 7 a.m. Note: Form submission does not guarantee entry into the course. Employment conditions apply if sponsored to attend the course.

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Benefits & Perks

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Vacation & Personal Time
Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salary Employees

Exclusive Employer Discounts Program
Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Direct Deposit for Payroll
Two-Way Employee Communication/Staff Meetings
Staff Appreciation Events & Employee of the Month Program
Casual Fridays

Athena's Culture

Employees choose Athena Health Care Systems because they share our common goal of providing the best care to our residents. We, in turn, strive to provide the best care and work environment to our employees.

We create a welcoming work environment that allows you to grow your passion in healthcare. Whether a member of our nursing staff, therapy team, or any other crucial department, you matter to the residents, their families, and the Athena family.

Through staff appreciation events, Employee of the Month programs, and a positive company culture, we hope you find a lifelong career with Athena. Just ask our many employees with decades-long careers with us! While we work to provide the highest-quality care to hundreds of residents in our communities, we know that can’t be done without the passionate folks we employ across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

We also enjoy highlighting our team members and the work they do in our blog called Inside Athena!

Another important initiative at Athena is the Taking Care of Our Own Fund, which provides financial assistance to our employees who are undergoing active cancer treatments. Our managed centers and services host fundraisers throughout the year, like bake sales, raffles, and more efforts to support the fund and its important mission. Athena’s biggest yearly fundraiser is a family-friendly softball tournament held every August to bring our network together for a weekend of softball and fun.

We welcome you to join our family and see what’s awaiting you with Athena!

Growing Your Career

We know you are always looking ahead and so are we! Athena offers various opportunities for career advancement. For example, many of our Certified Nursing Assistants will pursue nursing degrees and continue their careers where they started it. It’s not uncommon to find someone in a supervisor or director role grown from within. You are also able to transfer within the Athena family and maintain your seniority. We like to give everyone the space to grow on a personal and professional level and reach their full potential.

New Employee Orientation

Athena Health Care Systems’ centers provide a comprehensive orientation program for all new employees; both general orientation to their center and job-specific orientation. Our orientation programs are provided both virtually and in person and are designed to provide the new employee with the training and education needed to deliver the best in resident care and customer service to our residents and their families.

All mandatory state and federal requirements are met during initial employee orientation. These topics are presented to ensure employees provide quality care and understand the expectations of their role. Following orientation, a comprehensive review of needed skills/competencies is provided to ensure each employee performs their tasks at the highest level.

Diversity

Since our founding in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has encouraged and promoted a culture focused on developing and preserving diversity, equity, and inclusion for our residents and their families, and our team of caregivers. Athena believes that the diversity of our team allows for better care of all residents. Throughout our daily work, our patients, residents, and their families put their trust in our hands. By doing so, they deserve to always be treated with the utmost respect and compassion.

We embrace our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

The collective sum of the individual differences such as life experiences, knowledge, beliefs, unique abilities, and talent that our employees invest in our centers and affiliates represents a significant part of our culture, reputation, and accomplishments.

All employees within the Athena network have a responsibility to always treat co-workers and their patients, residents, and families with dignity and respect. Employees who believe they have been subjected to or witnessed any kind of discrimination that conflicts with our mission should seek assistance from a supervisor, human resources, or their administrator.

Athena Health Care Systems complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
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