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.
Senior Home Health/Hospice Sales Executive
$75K - $90K *
Empower growth by building and sustaining vital referral relationships in the home health and hospice sectors, ensuring seamless transitions to care while enhancing service visibility across the commu...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
RN Hospital Liaison (Sign on Bonus)
$100K - $110K *
Unlock new opportunities by building relationships with healthcare providers to promote hospice services. Leverage your clinical expertise and marketing skills to enhance patient care and drive growth...
3 weeks ago
RN Hospital Liaison (Sign on Bonus)
$100K - $110K *
Drive outreach efforts to establish and nurture relationships with healthcare providers, enhancing hospice service awareness and patient referrals through expert communication and clinical knowledge...
3 weeks ago
$128K - $135K *
Oversee clinical operations and enhance patient care quality by managing staff, implementing strategies, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Collaborate with healthcare professionals...
Yesterday
$128K - $135K *
Champion high-quality, patient-centered care by overseeing clinical operations, managing staff training, and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective strategies and collaboration with healthca...
Yesterday
$80K - $86K *
Advance the admissions process by leading compassionate interactions, ensuring a seamless experience for prospective residents and families while collaborating with healthcare providers and internal t...
1 week ago
$200K - $250K *
Drive excellence in clinical care as the Chief Clinical Officer, overseeing medical operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and commu...
Today
Hospice Registered Nurse - On Call (Nights 7/7)
$80K - $85K *
Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver compassionate, individualized hospice care, ensuring quality support for patients in various settings. Enjoy meaningful interactions, lower caseloads, and...
4 weeks ago
Vice President of Operations - Home Health
$150K - $180K *
Elevate operational excellence in multi-state home health programs by driving performance, quality, and growth. Collaborate with leaders to enhance patient outcomes and strengthen market presence thro...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Transform the nursing department by leading a skilled team to ensure exceptional care standards in a supportive environment. Oversee operations, compliance, and staff development while fostering a cul...
1 week ago
Hospice Registered Nurse - Visalia, CA
$75K - $90K *
Provide compassionate nursing care in hospice settings, ensuring patient comfort and dignity. Collaborate with healthcare teams to create tailored care plans, support families, and monitor patient pro...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing clinical programs, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance while enhancing patient care quality and satisfaction. Collaborate with staff and stakeholders to foster a...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing community health through effective management of clinical programs. Oversee operations, ensure compliance, and drive quality care while fostering a supportive environment...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower mental health initiatives by leading the Housing Supportive Services Program. Collaborate with stakeholders, oversee compliance, and ensure effective service delivery across multiple housing s...
1 week ago
$90K - $105K *
Shape the future of mental health services by leading the Housing Supportive Services Program. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure compliance, and drive productivity while supporting staff developme...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate mental health services by overseeing the Housing Supportive Services Program, ensuring compliance, productivity, and collaboration with key stakeholders to enhance client outcomes and support...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Elevate care standards by leading our Clinical Department, inspiring your team, and ensuring residents receive exceptional nursing services through effective management and a positive culture...
5 days ago
$90K - $105K *
Lead the Nursing Department to ensure quality care and compliance, overseeing staff, policies, and performance improvement initiatives while fostering a compassionate environment for Guests...
5 days ago
System Director Emergency Services
$110K - $130K *
Champion exceptional emergency services by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple facilities, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care while optimizing efficiency...
1 week ago
$68K - $120K *
Help us enhance patient care by training and supporting nursing staff, ensuring compliance with competencies, and fostering effective communication during orientation and evaluations across multiple c...
5 days ago
Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice
$90K - $95K *
Lead the charge in providing compassionate, patient-centered hospice care, ensuring emotional and physical needs are met while collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams to create tailore...
1 week ago
Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice
$90K - $97K *
Deliver compassionate, patient-centered hospice care as a Registered Nurse. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a lasting impact on patients and families while enjoying work-life balance and op...
1 week ago
$80K - $93K *
Contribute to compassionate end-of-life care by providing on-call nursing support, conducting assessments, coordinating patient care, and guiding families through critical moments. Your expertise will...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient independence through personalized therapy. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to create tailored plans, support recovery, and ensure safety in...
Reposted 1 week ago
Rehabilitation Services Program Director
$95K - $115K *
Empower the rehab unit's growth by ensuring clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and financial strength. Lead a dedicated team, collaborate with medical staff, and implement strategic plans fo...
1 week 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.