Director of Clinical Operations

Job description

Director of Clinical Operations (RN) Lead with Compassion. Drive Clinical Excellence. Make a Difference. Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Clinical Operations (RN) to lead our growing clinical team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong nurse leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional hospice care, mentoring clinicians, and ensuring operational excellence. As a clinician-owned and operated hospice organization , we pride ourselves on creating a supportive, collaborative culture where employees are valued and empowered to provide the highest level of care to patients and families during life's most important moments. If you're a dedicated hospice professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to meet you. Responsibilities Provide leadership and oversight of all direct and indirect patient care services delivered by the interdisciplinary team. Collaborate with the Clinical Team Coordinator to ensure high-quality patient care and positive patient outcomes. Lead interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings, facilitating care plan discussions, problem-solving, and team collaboration. Recruit, hire, supervise, mentor, and evaluate clinical team members. Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation. Monitor compliance with federal, state, Medicare, accreditation, and agency standards. Partner with the Compliance Department to identify educational needs and implement staff training initiatives. Conduct regular visits to contracted facilities to maintain strong relationships and provide education and support. Monitor operational expenses, including payroll, supply costs, mileage reimbursement, and budget-related expenditures. Support quality improvement initiatives and promote a culture of clinical excellence. Qualifications Required Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Jersey. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance. Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or community health. Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience . Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, end-of-life care, symptom management, and interdisciplinary care planning. Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to effectively support staff while providing exceptional service to patients and families. Preferred Previous hospice leadership or management experience. Experience overseeing interdisciplinary clinical teams. Knowledge of quality assurance and regulatory compliance programs. Benefits & Perks At Vitality Hospice, we invest in our employees because we know great care starts with a great team. Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses 401(k) with company match Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Mileage reimbursement Employee referral bonus program Tapcheck (on-demand pay access) Pet Insurance Professional development and career growth opportunities Team appreciation events Positive, supportive, clinician-led work culture Why Vitality Hospice? Clinician-owned and operated organization Supportive leadership team that values employee feedback Collaborative interdisciplinary approach to care Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients and families Growing organization with advancement opportunities If you're a compassionate RN leader ready to inspire a team, elevate patient care, and grow your career with a respected hospice organization, we encourage you to apply today. Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In Person Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional after-hours support as needed for clinical operations.