RN / Director Of Clinical Operations - Hospice

About This Role

This leadership role in a hospice setting is for a registered nurse who will oversee all patient care services, drive clinical excellence, and ensure operational success. It suits a strategic and compassionate leader passionate about high-quality end-of-life care and dedicated to team development and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all patient care services provided by the hospice team
• Support and advise nursing supervisors to help improve patient care
• Assist with patient care planning and evaluation as needed
• Help prepare and manage the hospice’s budget
• Monitor patient volume to adjust staffing and resources accordingly
• Evaluate the performance of nursing supervisors and help them evaluate their teams
• Hire, evaluate, and, when necessary, terminate staff
• Conduct regular performance reviews for clinical staff
• Ensure patient records are accurate and meet legal requirements
• Manage supplies and equipment needed for patient care
• Develop and oversee training programs for new staff
• Plan ongoing education and training
• Monitor and improve the quality and safety of hospice services
• Help set goals and create policies for the organization
• Ensure the hospice complies with all laws and certification standards
• Keep up with changes in hospice care and share updates with the team
• Promote hospice services within the healthcare community
• Serve as acting Executive Director when the main director is unavailable

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing
• Three years of management experience in a hospice or related health care organization
• Registered nurse in the State with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State
• Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or Organization requirements and is in good working order
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel
• Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards

Nice to have:

• Master’s degree in hospice

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement