Program Director, Social Worker, Nurse (RN)

Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and dedicated Program Director with a strong background in social work and nursing to lead our multidisciplinary healthcare teams. This pivotal role combines leadership, clinical expertise, and program management to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care across diverse settings. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for improving health outcomes, a comprehensive understanding of healthcare systems, and the ability to inspire and coordinate teams of social workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence program development, enhance patient experiences, and foster a collaborative environment focused on holistic care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of healthcare programs involving social work and nursing services.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including social workers, RN nurses, therapists, and support staff to deliver integrated patient-centered care.
• Develop policies and procedures aligned with healthcare standards such as NCQA standards, HIPAA compliance, and best practices in acute care, long-term care, hospice, and behavioral health.
• Monitor clinical operations ensuring adherence to safety protocols like aseptic technique, infection control, and sterile processing.
• Facilitate staff training on specialized areas including trauma medicine, dementia care, pain management, ICD coding (ICD-9 & ICD-10), EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Cerner, and medical documentation standards.
• Manage case reviews, discharge planning, and patient assessments to optimize health outcomes across inpatient, outpatient, home care, assisted living, and long-term care settings.
• Collaborate with community partners to enhance services for individuals with developmental disabilities or those requiring senior or memory care.
• Ensure compliance with legal regulations such as Workers’ Compensation Law while maintaining high-quality standards in hospice & palliative medicine and infectious disease care.

Sponsorship available.

Requirements

• Valid RN license with current registration; experience in critical care environments such as ICU or Level I Trauma Centers preferred.
• Proven leadership experience managing healthcare programs involving social workers and nursing staff.
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, diagnostic evaluation techniques including sonography or laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner; proficiency in ICD coding (ICD-9 & ICD-10), CPT coding, and medical records management.
• Strong background in diverse clinical areas including emergency medicine, cardiology (cardiac catheterization), nephrology (dialysis), pediatrics (neonatal ventilator), geriatrics (memory/dementia care), behavioral health, pain management, and post-acute care.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations such as children with developmental disabilities or elderly patients requiring hospice or long-term care services.
• Excellent communication skills for effective triage assessments, patient education, team coordination, and community outreach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within fast-paced environments like hospitals (including trauma centers) or outpatient clinics while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations. Join us to lead innovative programs that make a meaningful difference in people's lives! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your expertise can thrive—empowering you to shape the future of comprehensive healthcare delivery through passion and professionalism.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship

Pay: $24.89 - $29.97 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person