RN / Director Of Clinical Operations - Hospice
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee
You'll oversee all patient care services for the hospice team.
Posted Oct 12 · Applications close Oct 12, 2027 · 3 years of experience
- Shift and hours
- Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
- Unit and setting
- Hospice passionate about delivering high-quality end-of-life careEnd-of-life hospice patients
- License
- RN license Registered nurse in the State with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State.Current RN license in the state
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- Current RN license in the state Registered nurse in the State with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State.
- Education
- Bachelor's in nursing from a National League for Nursing accredited program Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing.
- Experience
- 3 years of management in a hospice or related healthcare organization Three years of management experience in a hospice or related health care organization
- Also asks
- Licensed driver with an insured car in good working order Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or Organization requirements and is in good working order.
- Also asks
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative staff Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
- Also asks
- Marketing and tactful dealings with customers and the community Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
- Also asks
- Strong observation, verbal and written communication Has excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills.
- Also asks
- Knowledge of business management, government regulations and CHAP standards Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards.
Preferred
- Education
- Master's in hospice Master’s degree in hospice preferred.
What it pays
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental and vision insuranceMedical, Dental, Vision insurance
- BenefitsHSA and FSA, with up to $5,000 for childcareHealth Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
- BenefitsTuition discounts and reimbursementTuition discounts & reimbursement
- Benefits401(k) with company match401(k) with company match
- BenefitsGenerous PTOGenerous PTO
- BenefitsMileage reimbursementMileage reimbursement
More benefits (5)
- BenefitsWellness and discount programs, including Noom, SkinIO, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance and travel discounts
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition discounts & reimbursement
- Wellness and discount programs
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Advising nursing supervisors on patient care Supports and advises nursing supervisors to help improve patient care.
- Day to day
- Evaluating nursing supervisors and their teams Evaluates the performance of nursing supervisors and helps them evaluate their teams.
- Day to day
- Adjusting staffing and resources to patient volume Monitors patient volume to adjust staffing and resources accordingly.
- Day to day
- Preparing and managing the hospice budget Helps prepare and manage the hospice’s budget.
- Day to day
- Hiring, evaluating and firing staff Hires, evaluates, and, when necessary, terminates staff.
- Day to day
- Performance reviews for clinical staff Conducts regular performance reviews for clinical staff.
- Day to day
- Managing supplies and equipment for patient care Manages supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
- Day to day
- Building and running training programs for new staff Develops and oversees training programs for new staff.
- Day to day
- Coaching clinical supervisors and nursing staff Opportunities to coach and develop clinical supervisors and nursing staff, leaving a legacy of strong leadership.
- Day to day
- Monitoring and improving hospice quality and safety Monitors and improves the quality and safety of hospice services.
- Day to day
- Promoting hospice services in the healthcare community Promotes hospice services within the healthcare community.
- Day to day
- Acting Executive Director when the main director is unavailable Serves as acting Executive Director when the main director is unavailable.
- Hours stated
- Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
- Details
- Office and coverage area both in Chattanooga, TN Office Location: Chattanooga, TN Coverage area: Chattanooga, TN
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Hospice is a specialty you move into. Med surg, oncology, or home health is the usual door in.
Original listing
Posted on Adoration Health’s careers page.
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- Our Company
- Adoration Health
- Overview
- Office Location: Chattanooga, TN Coverage area: Chattanooga, TN
Schedule
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Are you a clinical hospice leader looking for a new opportunity? Adoration Health is seeking a passionate, dedicated Director of Clinical Operations to join our team in Chattanooga, TN . This role is ideal for a compassionate, strategic leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality end-of-life care while driving clinical excellence and operational success.
If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! How YOU will benefit Broaden Skill Set: Gain expertise in organization development, regulatory compliance, team management, and performance improvement. Impactful Work : Ensure patients receive compassionate, quality end-of-life care.
Cross-Department Collaboration: Build strong cross-functional leadership experience. Mentorship & Team Development: Opportunities to coach and develop clinical supervisors and nursing staff, leaving a legacy of strong leadership.
As a Director of Clinical Operations, You will
Oversees all patient care services provided by the hospice team. Supports and advises nursing supervisors to help improve patient care. Assists with patient care planning and evaluation as needed.
Helps prepare and manage the hospice’s budget. Monitors patient volume to adjust staffing and resources accordingly. Evaluates the performance of nursing supervisors and helps them evaluate their teams.
Hires, evaluates, and, when necessary, terminates staff. Conducts regular performance reviews for clinical staff. Ensures patient records are accurate and meet legal requirements.
Manages supplies and equipment needed for patient care. Develops and oversees training programs for new staff. Plans ongoing education and training.
Monitors and improves the quality and safety of hospice services. Helps set goals and create policies for the organization. Ensures the hospice complies with all laws and certification standards.
Keeps up with changes in hospice care and shares updates with the team. Promotes hospice services within the healthcare community. Serves as acting Executive Director when the main director is unavailable.
Benefits and Perks for You! Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) with company match Generous PTO Mileage reimbursement Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more! *Benefits may vary by employment status Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing. Master’s degree in hospice preferred.
Three years of management experience in a hospice or related health care organization Registered nurse in the State with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or Organization requirements and is in good working order. Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community. Has excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards.
About our Line of Business Adoration Health, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides quality and compassionate services in the comfort of home, providing support for patients, families, and caregivers in their time of need. Adoration was formed to fill the need for a loving, community-focused, caring organization. We empower patients to live with dignity, find a sense of fulfillment, and celebrate with their families a life well-lived.
Our employees and caregivers are proud to be a part of the Adoration team and the mission of our company. For more information, please visit www.adorationhealth.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
What's around it?
Chattanooga, TNFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 9% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,256/mo
- Household income
- $64,523/yr, all local households, not nurse pay