Hospice Administrator
About The Position
Providence Hospice and Palliative Care, a growing division of Providence Life Services, is seeking a full-time Hospice Administrator to lead its hospice teams serving Homer Glen, Illinois, and St. John, Indiana. The position requires working on-site at and splitting time between both offices. The administrator oversees day-to-day operations and balances operational excellence, regulatory compliance, financial stability, and patient-centered end-of-life care. The role includes leading clinical and administrative staff, maintaining survey readiness and accreditation standards, supporting quality outcomes, and strengthening relationships with referral sources and community partners. The schedule is Monday through Friday, and mileage reimbursement is provided at $0.76 per mile.
Requirements
- Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) for the State of Illinois.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of leadership experience in hospice or a similar healthcare setting.
- Strong knowledge of hospice regulations and compliance requirements.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, and drive results.
- Solid financial management and budgeting experience.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Ability to work on-site at the Homer Glen and St. John offices.
Nice To Haves
- RN licensure in both Illinois and Indiana.
- Experience with a Medicare-certified hospice agency.
- Familiarity with EMR systems, preferably Matrix Care.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Illinois and Indiana hospice teams.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid guidelines.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of clinical and administrative staff.
- Manage budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation to support growth and financial stability.
- Maintain survey readiness and ensure accreditation standards are consistently met.
- Ensure appropriate data collection and complete required reports.
- Partner with clinical leadership to drive quality outcomes and exceptional patient care.
- Establish and strengthen relationships with referral sources, community partners, and physicians.
- Identify opportunities to improve patient satisfaction and overall performance.
- Ensure adequate and appropriate staffing.
- Maintain standards of ethical business and clinical practice.
- Uphold organizational standards and support the organization’s mission.
- Participate in committees as assigned.
- Complete other assignments as directed.
Benefits
- Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance with a choice of HMO, BA, PPO, and HSA plans.
- Rightway Healthcare Management.
- Wellness Program that reduces medical premiums for enrolled employees and spouses.
- Guardian Dental Insurance (HMO or PPO) and Guardian Vision Insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match.
- Student loan repayment.
- On-demand payment.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Eight paid holidays.
- Longevity bonus.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
