Director of Hospice Nursing

Position Summary

LifeSource Hospice is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Director (Director of Nursing) to lead and oversee all clinical operations. This leadership role ensures high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and effective coordination of the interdisciplinary team.

The Clinical Director is responsible for supervision of clinical staff, clinical quality oversight, and ensuring hospice services meet CHAP standards and state/federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise and support the hospice clinical team (RNs, LPNs, aides, social workers, chaplains)

• Provide clinical guidance and mentorship to case managers

• Ensure appropriate staffing and caseload distribution

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with CHAP standards, NJ regulations, and Medicare Conditions of Participation

• Oversee clinical documentation for accuracy and timeliness

• Lead quality improvement and QAPI initiatives

• Participate in survey readiness and regulatory audits

Patient Care Oversight

• Review and approve plans of care

• Monitor symptom management and clinical appropriateness

• Support complex case management and escalation needs

• Ensure coordination of care across disciplines

Operations

• Utilize WellSky EMR for clinical oversight and documentation review

• Oversee medication management and e-prescribing workflows using BetterRx

• Participate in IDT meetings and clinical case reviews

• Collaborate with physicians, facilities, and community partners

Qualifications

• Active NJ RN license in good standing

• Minimum 2–3 years hospice experience (preferred)

• Experience in home health or long-term care considered

• Prior supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of CHAP hospice standards and regulations

• Experience with WellSky EMR and BetterRx a plus

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Schedule

• Full-time

• Monday–Friday

• On-call support

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• Medical/Dental/VIsion Insurance

• 401k matching

• Mileage reimbursement

• Supportive leadership environment

• Opportunity to shape clinical excellence

• Meaningful, mission-driven work