Executive Director - Hospice

General Purpose

The Hospice Executive Director is responsible for administering the day-to-day operations of the hospice program and ensuring that all services are delivered in accordance with organizational policies, state and federal regulations, and the mission, vision, and values of the agency.

This role provides leadership, oversight, and

strategic direction to ensure high-quality, compassionate hospice care.

Essential Duties


* Foster positive partner relations and promote high levels of morale, engagement, and communication


* Maintain effective communication with supervisors, providing updates on daily operations and proposing solutions to issues


* Build and maintain strong working relationships with staff, leadership, and the community


* Organize and operate the agency in compliance with state and federal hospice regulations


* Direct ongoing agency functions and maintain liaison among the Governing Body, Professional Personnel, and staff


* Establish administrative procedures and maintain records required for operational decisions and regulatory reporting


* Ensure effective communication systems among hospice staff, care teams, patients, families, and legal representatives


* Maintain and implement policies and procedures related to hospice care, operations, management, and performance evaluation


* Facilitate interdisciplinary group (IDG) involvement in policy development


* Recruit, hire, and retain qualified staff in sufficient numbers to meet patient care needs


* Oversee partner orientation, training, and annual education compliance


* Ensure adherence to company policies, state and federal regulations, and report violations as required


* Uphold confidentiality, integrity, and the organization's mission and values


* Respond effectively to change and manage additional projects as assigned


* Ensure safe performance of duties without posing risk to self or others


* Oversee Performance Improvement, Utilization Review, and Peer Review programs


* Supervise and evaluate all professional and administrative staff


* Develop, maintain, and oversee personnel records for all staff members


* Contract for services not provided by paid staff


* Develop and manage the agency budget, including:

-Monthly financial reporting to the Regional Director

-Annual financial reporting to the Governing Body

-Compliance with payroll laws and regulations


* Ensure the agency meets budgeted financial and census goals


* Advise the Governing Body on insurance needs and maintain required policies


* Direct community relations and represent the agency on civic and professional boards


* Serve as liaison with state and national hospice organizations


* Ensure accuracy of public information materials and activities


* Ensure compliance with Start of Care goals and regulatory expectations


* Participate in surveys, audits, and required followâ€...