Manager, Hospice (Home Health) → Hospice Manager

About the Role

This position manages clinical nursing services and daily operations for home health and hospice care. It supervises and evaluates staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and high-quality patient care. The role involves coordinating care planning with multidisciplinary teams, acting as a liaison between physicians, nurses, patients, and families, and exercising independent judgment in staff recruitment, training, and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical staff, schedules, and training activities
• Manage performance, conduct evaluations, and address staff concerns
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and documentation standards
• Participate in risk management, safety, and infection prevention efforts
• Support budget development, policy updates, and staff meetings
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure timely documentation
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support department operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in nursing or related field (required); Master’s preferred
• Five years of home care/hospice nursing experience (preferred)
• One year leadership and hospital case management experience (preferred)
• Current RN licensure in the practice state (required)
• CPR/BLS certification (required)
• Valid driver’s license and age 21+ (required)

Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills