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Regional Director of Clinical Excellence
Confidential Hospice Organization – Full Time | Field-Based
New Position
Lead with Excellence. Strengthen Teams. Elevate Care.
A leading hospice organization is seeking an experienced, field-driven clinical leader to serve as a Regional Director of Clinical Excellence. This role supports multiple hospice programs through onsite coaching, process reinforcement, operational leadership, and quality oversight.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned hospice RN leader who thrives in the field, has strong knowledge of hospice regulations and documentation standards, and enjoys collaborating with local leaders to elevate clinical quality and team consistency. This is a highly visible, hands-on position with significant travel and autonomy.
What You’ll Do
- Provide strategic direction and leadership for operations, including team coordinators, intake, and scheduling teams.
- Support local hospice branches in maintaining consistent clinical processes, education, and documentation standards.
- Provide field-based mentoring and coaching to nurses, CNAs, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Reinforce adherence to hospice Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and internal clinical standards.
- Lead and participate in QAPI reviews, IDG accountability, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Review performance data, identify trends, and partner with branch leaders to develop corrective action plans.
- Assist programs in maintaining survey readiness, including mock surveys, chart reviews, and compliance follow-up.
- Collaborate with regional compliance and QA teams to sustain regulatory excellence.
- Serve as a clinical expert for documentation, eligibility, and symptom management.
- Promote a culture of education, accountability, and continuous improvement across all sites.
Position Scope
- Field-based role supporting multiple hospice programs across a defined region.
- Works collaboratively with local and regional leadership teams; no direct line authority over field staff.
Qualifications
- Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license PA and NJ
- Minimum 3 years of hospice leadership, quality, or education experience
- Comprehensive understanding of hospice CoPs, QAPI processes, and documentation standards
- Skilled in Home Care Home Base (HCHB) and Microsoft 365
- Strong communication, mentoring, and collaboration skills
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation and mileage reimbursement
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off paid holidays
- Continuing education and professional development support
- Supportive, growth-oriented leadership culture
Why This Role Matters
Clinical excellence is the backbone of hospice care.
This position ensures that every branch operates with consistency, accountability, and compassion—supporting local leaders and empowering teams to deliver the highest standard of end-of-life care.
Apply confidentially today to join a respected and growing hospice organization where excellence is expected, supported, and celebrated.
Pay: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $95,000 - $120,000