What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Quality, Compliance & Clinical Excellence position at Northern Illinois Hospice?
Director of Quality, Compliance & Clinical Excellence
Rockford, Illinois
Northern Illinois Hospice has been a trusted provider of compassionate, high quality end of life care since 1979. As one of the first hospices in the United States, the organization has built a reputation for clinical excellence, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to patients and families throughout Northern Illinois.
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected nonprofit hospice during an exciting period of growth. With strong executive leadership support and a continued investment in hospice and palliative care services, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact across the entire organization.
What Makes This Opportunity Special
• Full support and alignment from executive leadership and the organization as a whole
• High visibility leadership role with direct interaction with senior leadership and the Board
• Opportunity to shape quality, compliance, and clinical excellence across the organization
• Ability to influence patient care outcomes, satisfaction, and organizational performance
• Join a mission driven team committed to doing hospice care the right way
Role Responsibilities
• Lead quality, compliance, and clinical excellence initiatives across the organization
• Oversee QAPI, performance improvement, and regulatory readiness efforts
• Manage accreditation preparation, surveys, audits, and ongoing compliance activities
• Analyze quality outcomes and develop strategies for continuous improvement
• Partner with leadership to foster a culture of accountability, education, and excellence
Qualifications
• Active RN license required
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field required, Master's preferred
• Previous hospice quality, compliance, or leadership experience required
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, accreditation standards, and QAPI
• CHPN certification preferred or willingness to obtain within one year
• Quality or compliance certification preferred or willingness to obtain within two years
• Proven ability to lead teams, gain buy in, and drive measurable improvement
If you are passionate about hospice care and want the opportunity to influence meaningful change within a respected and growing organization, we would love to speak with you.
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