Assistant Director of Nursing, Hospice

Phoenix Home Care and Hospice • Joplin, MO

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About The Position

Phoenix Home Care & Hospice is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in Joplin, Missouri. The ADON supports the Director of Nursing with clinical operations, nursing staff leadership, patient care oversight, and the delivery of high-quality, compliant, compassionate care. The role contributes to daily team operations and the department’s long-term growth.

This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday, day-schedule position. The organization describes its mission as offering meaningful opportunities to caregivers and clinicians while providing home care services founded on innovation, skill, and values of compassion, honesty, and patience.

Requirements

• Active Missouri RN license.
• At least 2 years of experience in hospice.
• Strong knowledge of clinical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, compassionate, and solution-oriented mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing in daily clinical operations.
• Supervise, coach, and develop nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and company regulations.
• Assist with patient care oversight and clinical quality initiatives.
• Review and support care plans to ensure appropriate service delivery.
• Conduct staff education, training, and performance evaluations.
• Assist with problem solving, escalations, and clinical decision making.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and retention of nursing staff.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patient outcomes.

Benefits

• Multiple major medical plans to choose from.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Spousal and family insurance options.
• 401k options.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid training and leadership development.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Supportive and mission-driven team culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed