Hospice Director of Clinical Operations (RN)

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!

Mission Healthcare offers competitive benefit packages designed to support the well‑being of our team.
Benefits Available to All Benefit-Eligible Employees

• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Benefits for Employees Regularly Scheduled 30+ Hours per Week: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Pet insurance

Oversees clinical operations, regulatory compliance, and financial performance across multiple end-of-life care facilities supporting the Mission Hospice organization. This role focuses on operations oversight, regulatory compliance, staff leadership, financial management/controls, quality improvement and growth and outreach. The director will be responsible for supporting accreditation efforts along with survey prep and training along with plan of corrections post-survey. The director will also support education and quality improvement through partnership with key stakeholders and experts across the Hospice organization. The director will be relevant on CMS updates, changes and new guidance and ensure that the company infrastructure supports the advancements.

Territory/Location: Remote, preferred San Diego, CA based. Must be willing to travel 50% to any of our west coast locations. 

Responsibilities:

• Maintains knowledge of and compliance with current Medicare/Medicaid, state/federal rules and regulations for hospice services
• Ensures compliance with the Medicare conditions of participation and other state regulations govern the provision of healthcare.
• Complies with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements in accordance with federal, state and organizational policies.
• Participates in organizational monitoring of the quality of medical services and quality improvement initiatives.
• Hires, trains, mentors and develops staff and interdisciplinary teams in Hospice
• Supports patient care standards and key resource deployment across the organization.
• Supports Hospice educational and training program and strategy for the organization (including implementation and planning.)
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth. Develops, maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance at seminars, conferences and participation in continuing education and in-service classes.
• Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted assignments.
• Demonstrate knowledge in communication and counseling patient/family in dealing with end-of-life issues

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Nursing or Related Field or Industry
• Clinical operational experience including regulatory, quality and education
• Proficiency in HOPE tool and related review, actions and planning aligned to CMS guidelines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Ability to handle stressful situations/deadlines.
• Strong computer and software skills with knowledge of Home Care Home Base highly preferred.
• Self-starter, goal directed with ability to work independently and stay focused without on-site supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with agency staff, upper management, and other members of the health care team.
• 50% travel

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See what Mission has to offer! Click Here.   At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.

Equal Opportunity & Veteran‑Friendly Employer:
We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, compassionate healthcare teams. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. As a veteran‑friendly employer and proud participant in the We Honor Veterans Association, we recognize and value the leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and service‑driven experience military‑connected individuals bring to patient‑centered care and healthcare environments.

Accessibility Commitment: We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.   Inclusion Efforts: We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.   Your Voice Matters: Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.

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