Hospice Area Executive of Clinical Operations

Role Overview

• Responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation.
• Responsible for the overall planning, directing, organizing, staffing, monitoring and reporting on, all patient care activities.
• Maintains full responsibility for all day-to-day functions related to patient/family care services.
• Maintains oversight and visibility as evidenced by onsite location visits weekly.
• Responsible for managing the “Big 5” of programs in assigned area: pharmacy, medical supplies, durable medical equipment, mileage and labor.
• Owner of Pre-Bill compliance and unbilled outcomes.
• Ensures that Hospice Directors of Clinical Services are monitoring and maintaining adequate care staffing as required.
• Ensures that productivity and performance standards are being met by all disciplines.
• Ensures that all Conditions of Participation, regulatory standards and Standards of Care are being met.
• Ensures that any/all care staff orientation/education requirements are met.
• Regularly participates in internal and external hospice care related education programs.
• Functions as an effective, positive and supportive senior member of the hospice management team.
• Coordinates closely with the Hospice Area Market Executive to set a clear, consistent, positive example of professional management.
• Coordinates, monitors and reviews activities and performance of all contracted, patient related, ancillary services.
• Recruits, hires, orients, supervises, coaches, and is responsible for the professional development of Hospice Director(s).

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of leadership and nursing experience in hospice or healthcare strongly preferred;
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties.
• Strong written and verbal communications.
• Thorough understanding of the Medicare Regulations for Hospice.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the functions of a hospice organization.
• Competency in general nursing theory, techniques and practice.
• Professionalism, sound judgment and effective communications skills are required.
• High integrity, including maintenance of confidential information such as patient records.
• Possess strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends.

Benefits

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.