Director of Clinical Operations RN / Hospice

Transitions LifeCare

$95K — $110K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • RN licensed in the state employed
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
  • C.H.P.N. certification preferred
  • 5+ years general nursing experience, preferably in hospice or critical care
  • Strong observation, assessment, and communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize patient needs
  • Proven leadership experience managing clinical teams

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert guidance in developing individualized patient care plans
  • Assess and authorize changes in Levels of Care based on patient needs
  • Facilitate nursing interventions and provide direct patient care as needed
  • Lead investigation and resolution of quality issues with the Quality Improvement Committee
  • Drive patient quality metrics that influence performance incentives
  • Serve as a mentor and educator for nursing staff and community partners
  • Oversee hiring, supervision, and evaluation of hospice clinical staff

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Quarterly bonus opportunity
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • Long & short-term disability
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Auto allowance and gas card
  • Company-provided equipment
  • Paid time off
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Schedule: M-F; 8am - 5pm

Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000 / year

This is a role for a seasoned RN who's ready to step beyond the bedside and shape the clinical culture of an entire region. You'll guide interdisciplinary teams, drive quality outcomes, and ensure that every patient in our care receives the compassionate, dignified experience that defines the Transitions difference.

What You'll Do

As Director of Nursing, you'll own the clinical integrity of regional hospice services - from care planning and quality improvement to team development and operational execution. Your responsibilities span four key areas:

Clinical Leadership
  • Provide expert guidance to interdisciplinary teams in developing and individualizing patient care plans focused on palliative comfort
  • Assess and authorize changes in Levels of Care based on evolving patient needs
  • Facilitate nursing interventions and provide direct patient care when necessary
  • Collaborate across the IDG to ensure continuous, coordinated, and well-documented care

Quality & Outcomes
  • Lead investigation and resolution of quality issues in partnership with the Continuous Quality Improvement Committee
  • Drive the patient quality metrics that fuel your quarterly performance incentive
  • Evaluate care plan effectiveness and implement improvements that raise the standard of care across your region

Education & Mentorship
  • Serve as a clinical mentor and educator for nurses, volunteers, caregivers, and community health partners
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within your teams
  • Promote patient and family education to support continuity of care and meaningful end-of-life outcomes

Operations & Team Management
  • Partner with the Administrator to develop and implement manpower and operational budgets
  • Oversee hiring, supervision, evaluation, and coaching of hospice clinical staff
  • Build a team environment grounded in accountability, compassion, and excellence
  • Champion Transitions Care's goals and mission across all levels of the organization

Benefits We Offer
  • Competitive pay
  • Quarterly Bonus Opportunity
  • Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance plans
  • Long & Short-Term Disability
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Auto Allowance & Gas Card
  • Company provided equipment
  • Paid Time Off

Ready to manage with purpose? Apply today

Requirements

What You Bring
  • RN licensed in the state employed
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
  • C.H.P.N. (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification preferred.
  • Five (5) + years general nursing preferred with current Hospice, home health, medical, surgical, or critical care experience. Experience with pain and symptom management interventions preferred.
  • Demonstrate excellent observation, assessment, nursing judgment and communication skills.
  • Strong ability to multitask, and prioritize patient needs.
  • Proven leadership experience managing interdisciplinary clinical teams

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