Brendan Kelley

Experience

1. Director of Community Outreach

   Commonwealth Hospice

   Mar 2021 — Present · Kennedy Township, PA, US

   I am a tenured, purpose-driven hospice liaison committed to the highest standards for client care and service. I’ve had the extraordinary privilege of working in hospice for the past 13 years, and recognize the honor and responsibility entrusted by our patients and families in our care. Commonwealth Hospice is a culmination of experienced hospice professionals who cherish the privilege of caring and supporting people with a life limiting illness and their loved ones. Responsibilities include:Face to face consultations with patients and families to provide a comprehensive explanation of the hospice benefit.Maintaining strong working relationships with organizations and professionals that will augment the quality of care our patients and families receive.Liaison services with physician’s offices, hospitals, long-term care facilities and individuals considering hospice to coordinate consultations and admissions.Helping coordinate educational programs and trainings for our community and facility partners.Developing partnerships with quality community and facility-based providers to ensure patients have access to the best options available for care and services.Facilitating care plan meetings to ensure continuity of care and timely response to questions and concerns expressed by our clients.Organizes and attends functions related to community and public awareness of the hospice benefit and appropriate resources.

Education

• Duquesne University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

  2015 — 2017

• Robert Morris University

  BS, Summa Cum Laude

  2009 — 2011

• Robert Morris University

  Health Services Administration

  2009 — 2011

Skills

• Social Services
• Healthcare Management
• Nursing
• Case Management
• Case Managment
• Home Care
• Gerontology
• Healthcare
• Long-Term Care
• Elder Care
• Patient Advocacy
• Physicians
• Managed Care
• Medicaid
• Hospitals
• Palliative Care
• Medical Social Work
• Medicare
• Community Outreach
• Disease Management