What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Director of Operational Excellence position at Gentiva?
Expand Access. Strengthen Leadership. Transform Hospice Care.
We are seeking a Regional Director of Operational Excellence to join our leadership team and play a pivotal role in developing hospice branch operations, orientation processes, and quality care delivery across Florida. You will partner directly with clinical and administrative leaders to strengthen local teams, support regulatory readiness, and ensure hospice services meet the highest standards of excellence.
This role requires regular, in-person travel across assigned branches in Florida and reports to the Vice President of Operations.
As Regional Director of Operational Excellence, you will:
- Serve as a strategic advisor and mentor to branch leaders, ensuring alignment with operational and clinical standards
- Provide hands-on support with onboarding, coaching, and retention of new leaders
- Conduct on-site visits and audits, identifying opportunities for education, training, and process improvement
- Collaborate with leadership teams to promote clinical compliance, high-quality patient care, and staff engagement
- Coordinate with regional leaders, medical directors, and corporate staff to implement operational best practices
- Support preparation and readiness for inspections, licensure, and accreditation surveys
- Serve as a resource for regulatory updates, clinical systems, and policy compliance
- Lead hospice quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) activities
- Participate in patient care coordination and hospice service delivery reviews across varied settings
- Track in-service training compliance and support professional development across the region
What You’ll Bring:
- Registered Nurse (RN) with active, unencumbered license in your state of residence
- Minimum of five years’ operations or leadership experience, with at least three years in hospice
- Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills
- CPR certification
- Willingness and ability to travel regularly throughout assigned region
Preferred (Not Required):
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related field
- Regional or multi-site leadership experience in hospice
- Experience with training development, team education, or clinical integration
- Knowledge of hospice compliance, quality metrics, and regulatory frameworks
- Familiarity with HomeCare HomeBase or similar EMR systems
Specialized Knowledge/Skills:
- Strong understanding of state/federal healthcare regulations
- Ability to review financial metrics and operational performance
- Excellent time management, prioritization, and follow-through skills
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating cross-functionally
- Ability to manage data, deliver reports, and drive field-level execution
License & Certifications:
- Active RN license (required)
- Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance
- CPR Certification
Technology & Tools:
- Intermediate Excel skills
- Basic PowerPoint skills
- Experience navigating electronic systems, EMRs, and compliance tools
This position requires a Florida Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For information regarding the screening process, please visit the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education & Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $73,627 - $120,156