Associate Director of Patient Care Services

Geiss Med Hospice

$100K — $135K *
Boise, ID 83709In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current, unrestricted RN license.
  • 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience, including 2 years in hospice or home health.
  • Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
  • Proven leadership and organizational abilities.
  • Genuine commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily clinical operations with the Director of Clinical & Patient Services.
  • Coordinate interdisciplinary hospice services and enhance team communication.
  • Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement through QAPI initiatives.
  • Monitor clinical resources and optimize their utilization while ensuring patient care.
  • Guide Clinical Managers and assist in the development of clinical staff.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career advancement in nursing leadership.
  • Ongoing training and mentorship for personal and professional growth.
  • Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
  • Engagement with patients and families to ensure high-quality support.
  • Participation in quality improvement initiatives to impact patient outcomes.
Full Job Description
We're looking for an experienced, compassionate Registered Nurse leader to join our team as an Assistant Director of Clinical & Patient Services (ADCPS).

In this role, you'll partner closely with the Director of Clinical & Patient Services to support the day-to-day operations of our hospice program, provide guidance to clinical teams, and help ensure patients and families receive exceptional, compassionate care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hospice or home health nurse who is ready to take the next step in their leadership career while remaining connected to patient care.
What You'll Do

Support Clinical Operations
  • Partner with the Director of Clinical & Patient Services to oversee daily clinical operations and promote high-quality patient care.
  • Help coordinate interdisciplinary hospice services and foster strong communication among nurses, aides, social workers, chaplains, providers, and other members of the care team.
  • Support a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement through participation in QAPI and survey-readiness initiatives.
  • Help monitor clinical resources, including pharmacy, DME, medical supplies, and overtime, while balancing responsible resource utilization with excellent patient care.
  • Provide clinical leadership and support to our Admission Nurses, helping ensure referrals are responded to promptly and admissions are completed efficiently and accurately.

Lead, Coach & Develop Our Team
  • Provide guidance and support to Clinical Managers and clinical team members.
  • Assist with the supervision and development of nurses, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains, and Admission Nurses.
  • Help onboard, orient, train, and mentor new and existing team members.
  • Be a trusted clinical resource for staff, helping them navigate complex patient-care situations and operational challenges.
  • Participate in the Administrator On-Call rotation, providing leadership support for urgent clinical or operational issues.

Promote Quality & Compliance
  • Support clinical documentation reviews and chart audits to promote accurate, complete, and timely documentation.
  • Participate in QAPI activities and initiatives designed to improve patient outcomes, team performance, and operational excellence.
  • Help ensure compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, California hospice regulations, and applicable accreditation standards.
  • Monitor clinical resource utilization and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising patient care.

Stay Connected to Patients & Families
  • Provide clinical guidance related to patient care, symptom management, and end-of-life needs.
  • Help address patient and family concerns with compassion, responsiveness, and professionalism.
  • Conduct patient visits and admissions when needed to support our patients, families, and clinical team.
  • Step into delegated responsibilities in the absence of the Director of Clinical & Patient Services, as directed by leadership and agency policy.
What We're Looking For

Required
  • Current, unrestricted RN license.
  • 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience, including at least 2 years of hospice or home health experience.
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  • A genuine commitment to providing compassionate, patient- and family-centered care.

Preferred
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with equivalent experience will be considered.
  • 1-2 years of leadership, supervisory, or charge nurse experience.
  • Experience with CMS hospice Conditions of Participation (42 CFR 418) and Idaho hospice regulations.
  • Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification, or willingness to obtain certification within 18 months of hire.


Pay Range for Posted Region

$100,000-$135,000 USD

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