Hospice Executive Director

About the role

As the Executive Director for Casa de la Luz East Valley (part of LHC Group), you will serve as the Administrator of the entire home‑health provider, overseeing day‑to‑day operations. You will coordinate projects that support both immediate and long‑range company objectives, manage patient eligibility and care planning, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, enhance agency profitability, and motivate and retain qualified staff while assuring high‑quality service delivery. The role also functions as a liaison with management and other company departments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete assigned projects to effectively support the immediate and long‑range objectives of the company.
• Oversee the eligibility of patients referred to home‑care services, plan the services to be provided, and supervise total home health care delivery.
• Implement and maintain administrative practices, agency philosophy, goals, and policies that assure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Enhance the profitability of the agency while providing motivation and retention for a qualified staff and assuring the quality of services delivered.

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure with at least 1 year of supervisory or administrative experience in home healthcare or a related field.
• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or reliable public transportation.
• Arizona requirement: minimum 3 years nursing experience, including at least 24 months as an RN in home‑health services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
• Home‑care experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to work independently.
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Pay

The salary for this full‑time role ranges from $86,080 to $129,120 annually, based on factors such as local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase plan.
• 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility requirements).
• Additional benefits and incentives available based on eligibility.