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.
Hospice Director of Nursing RN
$80K - $95K *
Champion exceptional hospice care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient experiences. Drive quality initiatives and community outreach while fostering a supportive env...
1 week ago
Hospice Director of Nursing RN
$80K - $95K *
Elevate patient care by leading hospice services, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance. Drive quality improvement initiatives while serving as a community liaison to enhance hospice education a...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Advance your career by leading hospice operations, ensuring high-quality care, and fostering team collaboration. Make a meaningful impact on patients and families while driving organizational excellen...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $90K *
Drive impactful healthcare solutions by fostering relationships with physicians, hospitals, and community partners. Leverage creativity and strategic planning to enhance service delivery in hospice ca...
3 weeks ago
Hospice Director of Clinical Operations
$66K - $99K *
Lead the charge in clinical oversight, ensuring compliance and quality care in hospice services while managing staff and operations to enhance agency profitability and patient satisfaction...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading a compassionate hospice team, ensuring high-quality patient care and guiding interdisciplinary staff. Your expertise will shape care plans and foster a supportive enviro...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $90K *
Drive impactful marketing initiatives for hospice referrals by cultivating relationships within the medical community. Utilize strategic planning and CRM tools to enhance patient care while exceeding...
4 weeks ago
Hospice Assistant Director of Nursing
$80K - $95K *
Elevate patient care as a Hospice RN, Assistant Director of Nursing, leading a dedicated team to ensure exceptional service and compliance in hospice operations while fostering a supportive environmen...
1 week ago
Hospice & Palliative Care Physician Medical Director
$210K - $250K *
Transform the future of palliative care by providing comprehensive medical support in a collaborative environment, enhancing services for patients with life-limiting illnesses, and guiding interdiscip...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Drive impactful relationships with healthcare providers to enhance hospice referrals. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless patient transitions while achieving sales goals and promoting community...
4 days ago
Director of Patient Care Services- Hospice
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality hospice care while overseeing operations, clinical oversight, and financial management. Collaborate with staff and community partners to ensure...
1 week ago
$100K - $140K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional hospice care while shaping strategy and optimizing operations. Contribute to a collaborative environment that empowers team members and drives re...
1 week ago
Hospice Regional Executive Director (Administrator)
$175K - $215K *
Drive operational excellence across multiple hospice locations, ensuring compliance and quality care. Lead strategic initiatives, foster team development, and enhance patient experiences while achievi...
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Director of Clinical Services Hospice
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee clinical operations and enhance patient care. Leverage your nursing expertise to manage services, personnel, and compliance with regulations, ensuring high-quality home...
1 week ago
Director of Clinical Services Hospice
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by managing clinical operations and services, ensuring quality care delivery, and leading a dedicated team in a dynamic healthcare environment. Drive positive patient outcomes whil...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead patient care management by overseeing operations, ensuring quality, and fostering team accountability. Collaborate with staff to enhance patient safety and care delivery while managing resources...
Today
$105K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading our hospice operations, ensuring compliance and exceptional patient care while mentoring a dedicated team across multiple locations. Drive quality outcomes and foster co...
1 week ago
$105K - $115K *
Champion operational excellence and patient-centered care as you lead hospice teams across Indiana and Illinois, ensuring compliance, financial stability, and high-quality outcomes while fostering a s...
1 week ago
Hospice Director of Clinical Services
$90K - $110K *
Empower your leadership skills by directing clinical services in hospice care. Oversee program development, manage teams, and enhance patient care quality while collaborating with senior management to...
4 days ago
$95K - $100K *
Lead transformative hospice care as a Director of Nursing, guiding teams to enhance patient experiences and clinical outcomes across a regional network. Drive quality initiatives and foster a culture...
5 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Champion exceptional Hospice care by overseeing patient services, ensuring compliance, and leading a dedicated team to enhance quality of life for patients and families across various settings...
1 week ago
$150K - $165K *
Empower a dedicated team of clinicians by leading comprehensive patient care initiatives, ensuring compliance with hospice guidelines, and fostering professional growth through collaboration and train...
5 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing, Hospice
$80K - $95K *
Oversee the delivery of exceptional patient care at home, guiding nursing staff and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and holistic support for hospice patients and their...
1 week ago
Hospice Area Executive of Clinical Operations- RN
$95K - $143K *
Transform patient care by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering teamwork. Lead a dedicated team to deliver high-quality hospice services while managing resources and maint...
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Hospice Clinical Director (Philadelphia, PA)
$95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing patient care by overseeing clinical operations, guiding staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with the Executive Director to maintain high-quality h...
4 days 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.