Executive Director RN

Ambercare Hospice is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Executive Director (RN) to lead our Deming, NM hospice team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced healthcare leader to drive growth, inspire high-performing teams, and make a meaningful impact on patients and families.

About the role

As Executive Director, you'll lead the overall success of the hospice program, inspire high-performing teams, drive strategic growth, and make a meaningful impact on patients, families, and the community we serve.

Ambercare is a leader in home health and hospice care throughout New Mexico, with over 20 years of trusted service. As part of the Addus HomeCare family, we serve thousands of patients across the region—combining heart, professionalism, and the highest standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains positive internal and external customer service relationships
• Manage the agencies program through delegation of responsibility to administrative and supervisory personnel according to their abilities and defined responsibilities
• Monitor methods of program administration, planning supervising, and evaluating
• Monitor day-to-day compliance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements
• Manage the development and implementation of administrative policies and procedures
• Establish functions and qualification for all personnel
• Determine staffing needs and patterns according to program requirement and with consideration for utilization of personnel at their maximum potential
• Authorize appointments to staff positions in collaboration with the VP of Operations
• Oversee compliance with personnel policies and procedures
• Negotiate and execute contracts with community providers for service and monitor program compliance with contractual agreements

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program strongly preferred
• Minimum Associate degree in business, healthcare or a related field and a minimum of 5 years related experience
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or administrative experience in a hospice or home health setting
• Experienced in program administration including knowledge of healthcare policies and reimbursement practices
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license, and appropriate auto insurance

Benefits

• Full benefits starting the first of the month after hire, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hospice Certification bonus and salary increase
• Merit-based raises based on performance

Pay

Competitive annual salary plus a performance-based bonus opportunity of up to 32.5% of base salary, with additional earning potential tied to branch performance, growth, and quality outcomes.

Schedule

Monday-Friday daytime schedule with flexibility and autonomy to lead daily operations.