Hospice RN Executive Director

6 days ago

Springfield, TN, United States Gentiva Full time

Overview

Lead with Compassion. Serve with Purpose. Transform Hospice.

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a RN Hospice Executive Director to join our leadership team. This role is ideal for a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with strong leadership experience in hospice care, home health, or clinical operations management.

If you're a natural leader who is passionate about patient-centered care, team development, and clinical excellence, we invite you to bring your talent to a place where you can truly make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Direct overall hospice branch operations, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards (CMS, Medicare, Joint Commission, etc.)

  • Provide clinical oversight and ensure timely and accurate documentation of hospice services

  • Interview, hire, supervise, evaluate, and support interdisciplinary hospice staff including RN Clinical Managers, RNs, LPNs, social workers, chaplains, CNAs, and volunteers

  • Oversee patient admissions and care planning, ensuring a smooth and efficient intake process

  • Promote a culture of excellence in hospice nursing, end-of-life care, and family support

  • Conduct performance evaluations, assign workloads fairly, and address employee concerns

  • Lead continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts and maintain survey readiness

  • Monitor financial performance: manage expenses, payroll, supply costs, and budgeting while driving branch revenue growth through census development, referral management, and efficient resource utilization

  • Maintain strong relationships with physicians, referral sources, and the broader community

About You

Qualifications:

  • Current RN license in the state of employment (required)

  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field (preferred)

  • 3+ years of experience in hospice, home health, or healthcare operations leadership

  • Strong understanding of hospice regulations, compliance, and Medicare conditions of participation

  • Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and interdisciplinary operations

  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills

  • Commitment to high-quality, compassionate care for patients and families

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

  • Competitive Pay

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • National & Local Recognition Programs

  • Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

  • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

  • Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

  • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

  • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Apply Now:

If you're an experienced Hospice RN leader looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Join a team that values compassion, leadership, and meaningful work-when life matters most.

Legalese

  • This is a safety-sensitive position

  • Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

  • Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

  • We are proud to be an EEO employer

  • We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2025-131629
Category: Branch Admin and Clerical
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice

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