*Just Posted - Helpful Resources for Hospice Management In today's busy environment it is not always easy to find the time to do the research necessary to help us with our jobs. To that end, this resource page is intended to assist in pointing you in the right direction to assist in answering some of the more difficult questions that arise on a day-to-day basis. Helpful Resources for Hospice Management   Links to National/State Organizations and Foundations Center for Practical Bioethics Center to Advance Palliative Care Clinical Practice Guidelines for Quality Palliative Care Finding Our Way Hospice Foundation of America Independent Sector(Volunteer Rate) Iowa Funeral Directors Association National Cancer Institute-Cancer Data National Consensus Project for Quality Palliative Care National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization National Hospice Foundation Online Health Resources Partnership for Caring Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Links to Patient and Caregiver Resource Web Sites *NEW LINK: Department of Veteran's Affairs Benefit Fact Sheet Caring Connection Compassion Fatigue: An Introduction for Caregivers American Hospice Foundation CMS "Medicare Hospice Benefit" Large Print CareGuide Centering Corporation Grief Resources Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-Cancer Resource Family Caregiver Alliance FAMSA-Funeral Consumers Alliance Hospice Net National Alliance for Caregiving National Family Caregivers Association Today’s Caregiver Magazine Links to Hospice Policy and Finance Web Sites AHA Put It In Writing Medicare Conditions of Participation (COP)-Hospice CAHABA GBA Social Security Act, Title 18 Iowa HIPAA SNIP CMS Hospice Information Resource for Medicare Job Openings Below are positions available at IHO member institutions. Please contact the facility identified for more information.To place an ad, e-mail copy to Scott McIntyre or call 515.243.1046 If you are a passionate healthcare worker looking to provide a unique and holistic approach to care, focusing on the needs of the patient and the family of those with a terminal illness, we invite you to apply for the Greater Regional Hospice Home. The home will be opening soon and we are looking for RN’s and CNA's. Hospice experience a plus.  Greater Regional offers an excellent benefit package, and competitive pay. If you would like to be considered for these exceptional opportunities apply with Human Resources at: Greater Regional Medical Center 1700 W. Townline Creston, IA   50801 FAX: 641-782-3801 lisam@greaterregional.org EOE. Post-offer drug screen required. (4/18) Iowa Hospice has several openings:.  Bereavement Coordinator – PT – Carroll Office Patient Care Manager – FT – Carroll Office Regional Director – FT – Johnston/Oskaloosa/Panora Region Clinical Audit Specialist – FT – Johnston Office Regional Director – FT – Muscatine Office Patient Care Manager – FT – Muscatine Office Social Worker – FT – Muscatine Office Chaplain – PRN – Muscatine Office HHA – PRN – Muscatine Office Volunteer Coordinator – PRN – Muscatine Office Send resume to: Iowa Hospice 5650 NW Johnston Dr, Ste E Johnston, IA 50131 stevensl@iowa-hospice.com Fax:  515-276-1915 Chief Executive Officer, Missouri Organization:  MHPCA, a 501(c)3 corporation, has a purpose to (1) promote hospice and palliative care for patients and their families; (2) promote understanding among healthcare professionals of the needs and resources available to hospice or palliative care patients and their families; (3) promote communication among existing and developing hospice and palliative care programs within Missouri and at the regional and national levels of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO); (4) promote improved health care legislation and regulation of standards for hospice care at all government levels; (5) advocate for appropriate reimbursement; (6) promote education for the general public about hospice and palliative care; (7) promote research in hospice and palliative care; (8) engage in any other lawful business permitted under the laws of the State of Missouri.    Opportunity:   MHPCA is seeking a replacement for the current CEO who is retiring after 16 years of service.  The organization is financially viable and has an exemplary reputation at the state, regional and national levels.  MHPCA is an organization that is a successful leader in professional education at the local, regional and national levels and a strong advocate for end-of-life care through collaboration with other organizations and associations.  MHPCA has nearly 100 hospice and palliative care organization members throughout the State of Missouri.  Candidate Profile:   Reporting to the MHPCA Board of Directors, the CEO shall have executive powers and duties of supervision, management and implementation of the directions and resolutions of the Board of Directors.  The CEO, in absence of both the President and Vice President of the Board of Directors, shall preside at all meetings of the members and directors.  The successful candidate shall possess a minimum of 10 years of professional work experience, including a minimum of 3 in management.  The ability to communicate effectively, public speaking, contract negotiation, project management, facilitation of meetings, and the ability to organize and work with volunteers is required.  A bachelor’s degree is required and a Master’s preferred.  Previous association management experience is strongly preferred.  Healthcare experience is preferred. Location:  Jefferson City, the capital city of the State of Missouri nestled along the Missouri river, with a population of 78,000, is situated between Kansas City and St. Louis and is characterized by a very favorable cost of living, well-rated schools, a wide variety of restaurants, chain and local shopping and very quick access to all of the scenic and recreational offerings of the Lake of the Ozarks and the rest of the region. Compensation: The position offers a highly competitive salary and compensation package including a full range of company and employee paid benefits.  Relocation assistance is provided. Nominations, referrals, and expressions of interest should be sent confidentially to: Theresa Leinwetter Director of Recruiting MH HealthSearch 7600 W. 110th Street Overland Park, KS  66210 (913) 409-1120 (800) 917-6447 Toll Free (913) 409-1196 Fax theresal@mhhealthsearch.com www.mhhealthsearch.com