AVP, Operations - Hospice

BrightSpring Health Services • Palatka, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Company Haven Hospice Overview Office Location: Palatka, FL Coverage area: 18 counties in FL Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Travel Required Are you a dynamic healthcare leader who is ready to drive operational excellence and inspire teams to deliver compassionate, patient-centered hospice care? Haven Hospice is seeking an Area Vice President of Operations to oversee a thriving region of hospice branches. Our ideal candidate will lead with purpose, strategy, and heart. This is a great opportunity to combine business insight with mission-driven leadership—impacting patients, families, and communities while guiding teams to achieve their highest potential. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! How YOU will benefit Collaborative Culture – Be part of a supportive organization grounded in empathy and respect Meaningful Legacy – Lead teams to deliver quality care that leaves a lasting impact on families Strategic Impact – Play a key role in shaping and aligning operations across multiple branches Leadership Growth – Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Executive Directors, Administrators, and staff Career Advancement – Gain visibility with senior leadership and influence organizational direction Challenging & Rewarding Work – Manage complex operations with autonomy and responsibility Financial & Operational Growth – Strengthen skills in budget oversight, data analysis, and strategic execution About our Line of Business At Haven Hospice, our primary ambition is to bring high-quality care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Haven Hospice, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing quality patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have many dedicated health care professionals on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, please visit www.havenhospice.com . Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn . Location : Special Notice This position is subject to a level 2 background screening. For more information on the Florida state background screening process and standards, please access and review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in health administration or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience, including multi-site management in hospice, home health, or a related healthcare program
• Proven hospice leadership experience required
• Strong knowledge of hospice and home health regulations, compliance requirements, and reimbursement models
• Demonstrated financial experience in budgeting and operational performance
• Results-oriented leader with proven ability to drive operational excellence and achieve organizational goals

Nice To Haves

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse or other clinical license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of multiple hospice branches with a combined census of up to 1,000 in assigned geographic territories
• Maintain efficiency, compliance, and high standards of care across all locations
• Oversee budgets, financial objectives, and resource allocation to meet organizational goals
• Analyze data, identify trends, and implement strategies to enhance performance and outcomes
• Provide strategic leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Executive Directors, Administrators, and staff
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure branch operations align with company-wide goals
• Build accountability, engagement, and patient-centered care across all teams
• Support growth through operational excellence, quality outcomes, and community partnerships

Benefits

• 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager