Hospice directors guide the teams and operations that support patients and families through end-of-life care. These senior leaders help ensure compassionate, coordinated services while overseeing clinical quality, regulatory compliance, staffing, budgets, and organizational performance. Explore hospice director opportunities on Ladders, featuring vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by organization and may include directing hospice programs, supervising clinical and administrative teams, developing care policies, monitoring quality outcomes, and coordinating with physicians, nurses, social workers, and community partners. Directors may also manage budgets, support referrals and census growth, and ensure services meet applicable state and federal requirements.
Employers commonly seek experienced healthcare leaders with strong knowledge of hospice or palliative care, team leadership, compliance, and care delivery. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a nursing or other healthcare degree, an active professional license, and significant management experience. Strategic planning, communication, financial oversight, and quality improvement skills can also be important.
Hospice director roles can be found in nonprofit and for-profit hospice organizations, health systems, and community-based care providers. Titles and scope vary: opportunities may focus on clinical services, operations, patient care, or an entire hospice program. Compensation depends on factors such as location, organization size, experience, and responsibilities. Browse Ladders to find vetted hospice director jobs paying $100,000 or more and take the next step in your healthcare leadership career.
RN Executive Director Specialist
$158K - $170K *
Lead our hospice operations as an Executive Director Specialist, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance across multiple sites. Drive clinical excellence, manage budgets, and support teams w...
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RN Executive Director Specialist
$158K - $170K *
Transform hospice care by leading operations across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and quality standards. Drive clinical excellence while managing budgets and supporting care teams to achieve pat...
Today
RN Executive Director Specialist
$158K - $170K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality hospice care across multiple sites. Oversee operations, compliance, and staffing while driving clinical excellence and supporting care teams to achieve patie...
Today
$110K - $115K *
Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing care center staff, ensuring quality patient care, and driving financial performance while fostering community relationships and team development...
3 days ago
$93K - $127K *
Champion patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored hospice plans. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure seamless service delivery and advocate for patient pref...
1 week ago
$140K - $170K *
Elevate your career by managing a dynamic Palliative Care Program, providing clinical expertise, and leading a dedicated team. Drive process improvements and ensure high-quality patient care while fos...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $113K *
Shape the future of compassionate hospice care by coordinating individualized patient plans, collaborating with a dedicated team, and ensuring quality support for patients and families in need...
Today
$79K - $119K *
Shape individualized hospice care by assessing patients, collaborating with teams, and developing tailored care plans that meet diverse needs, ensuring compassionate support throughout the patient jou...
6 days ago
$87K - $95K *
Inspire compassionate care at a leading hospice, delivering personalized nursing support to patients and families during end-of-life journeys. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure comfort, dign...
5 days ago
$87K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life care. As an On Call RN Case Manager, you'll assess needs, manage symptoms, and support families, ensuring quality care in patients...
5 days ago
Hospice RN Case Manager (North Philadelphia, PA)
$90K *
Elevate your nursing career by joining a dedicated hospice team, providing compassionate care and support to patients and families. Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to ensure optimal c...
Yesterday
$76K - $90K *
Lead compassionate hospice care for patients in their homes, ensuring quality support through skilled nursing and relationship building. Join a mission-driven team that values innovative approaches to...
Reposted yesterday
$76K - $87K *
Reimagine end-of-life care by delivering compassionate nursing support as you guide patients and families through their hospice journey. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure exceptional service...
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Registered Nurse Director Inpatient Center Operations, Hospice
$85K - $100K *
Drive excellence in patient care as a Director overseeing hospice services. Lead a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a supportive environment for patients and famili...
3 weeks ago
RN Clinical Supervisor - Hospice
$128K - $138K *
Empower exceptional end-of-life care by overseeing hospice staff, coordinating services, and guiding clinical decisions. Join a supportive team dedicated to high-quality patient care and leadership de...
6 days ago
Executive Director of Operations RN Home Health
$101K - $126K *
Lead operations in a dynamic healthcare environment, ensuring compliance and driving growth. Oversee staff performance, manage financial metrics, and enhance service delivery while fostering a culture...
1 week ago
Director of Patient Care Services - Home Health - Sacramento
$100K - $120K *
Transform patient care services by leading clinical teams, ensuring quality standards, and driving operational excellence in hospice or home health settings. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams t...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of healthcare by leading dedicated teams, enhancing patient outcomes, and implementing innovative practices to ensure exceptional care delivery across multiple reg...
3 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Transform HR practices by leading compliance, recruitment, and employee relations. Collaborate with the leadership team to enhance organizational effectiveness and foster a supportive work environment...
3 weeks ago
$94K - $110K *
Join a team that transforms patient care through effective assessment and care planning. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care, while leading communication between depa...
3 weeks ago
$94K - $110K *
Collaborate to enhance patient care by leading assessments and care plans, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering communication among interdisciplinary teams to meet individual patient ne...
3 weeks ago
Hospice RN Case Manager, Home Care, M-F, 8:00AM-4:30PM
$93K - $97K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life care. As a Hospice RN Case Manager, you'll assess patient needs, develop care plans, and ensure comfort for patients and families du...
4 days ago
Hospice RN - New England Area (MA / NH / RI)
$106K - $126K *
Shape the future of hospice care by providing compassionate nursing support across multiple locations. Leverage your expertise to enhance patient care delivery and collaborate with interdisciplinary t...
2 weeks ago
RN Clinical Team Director - Hospice
$80K - $95K *
Join our dedicated hospice care team as you lead nursing staff, ensure quality patient care, and manage operations. Use your expertise to improve lives, mentor colleagues, and foster a compassionate e...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
RN Clinical Team Director - Hospice
$85K - $100K *
Lead the clinical nursing team in hospice care, overseeing patient quality while managing staff, scheduling, and documentation to enhance service delivery across home health and hospice environments...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
What does a hospice director do?
A hospice director leads hospice services and teams, overseeing areas such as care quality, clinical or administrative operations, staffing, budgets, compliance, and coordination with patients, families, and care partners.
What qualifications are needed for hospice director jobs?
Requirements differ by employer. Many positions call for substantial healthcare leadership experience and knowledge of hospice or palliative care. Some roles require a relevant degree, professional licensure, or specific clinical credentials.
How much do hospice directors earn?
Pay varies based on location, employer, experience, and the position’s scope. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.
Where do hospice directors work?
Hospice directors may work for hospice agencies, nonprofit and for-profit providers, health systems, or community-based organizations.
What skills are important for a hospice director?
Commonly valued skills include leadership, communication, operational and financial management, regulatory knowledge, quality improvement, and the ability to support compassionate, coordinated care.