Director of Clinical Services (DCS) Leadership Program - RN

Pennant Services•Fond du Lac, WI
•$90,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The CCO-in-Training (CCIT) Program is a paid, full-time executive leadership development program lasting 6 to 12 weeks; the program description also identifies it as a 12-week program. It prepares outstanding leaders for opportunities to lead and manage clinical services and teams in home health and/or hospice settings. Participants learn to drive results, cultivate a strong team culture, and understand the business model that powers Pennant’s success. The program provides hands-on experience in financial operations, clinical quality, compliance, business development, and people leadership. It is intended to prepare participants for a strategic Director of Clinical Services (DCS) role. The opportunity is on-site in Wisconsin and requires travel during the program. Participants must be willing and able to relocate based on available opportunities and business needs after successful completion. The training-program compensation is $90,000–$125,000. Salary may be renegotiated if the participant successfully completes the program and is offered a DCS role at a Pennant-affiliated agency. The DCS role is also eligible for incentives and merit-based bonuses.

Requirements

  • Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where services are rendered, maintained at hire and throughout employment.
  • At least two years of clinical experience in home health and/or hospice.
  • Current nationally accredited CPR certification.
  • Valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and a safe driving record.
  • Understanding of and commitment to the ethical and professional standards established by the applicable nursing licensure board.
  • Genuine desire to pursue a clinical leadership career and develop into a Director of Clinical Services role.
  • Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and ownership in professional responsibilities.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build trust, inspire others, and foster positive relationships.
  • Learning agility and coachability, including the ability to seek, receive, and apply feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Ability to adapt to change, navigate ambiguity, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Alignment with Pennant's CAPLICO core values and commitment to local leadership, ownership, accountability, and growth.
  • Ability and willingness to travel throughout the program.
  • Commitment to fully engage in all program requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in training and practical operations related to financial performance, clinical quality, compliance, business development, and people leadership.
  • Engage in classroom learning, operational training, mentoring, field experiences, shadowing, and leadership development activities.
  • Develop the ability to drive results, cultivate a strong team culture, and lead clinical services and teams in a home health and/or hospice setting.
  • Travel throughout the program for training, shadowing experiences, and leadership development events.
  • Be willing and able to relocate based on available opportunities and business needs upon successful completion of the program.

Benefits

  • Paid leadership development program.
  • Eligibility for incentives and merit-based bonuses in the DCS role.
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