RN Clinical Director - $15k Sign-on

Care Hospice•Braintree, MA

10d

About The Position

Continuum Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse with strong clinical knowledge and supervisory experience to lead its clinical team. The Clinical Director oversees an interdisciplinary team of nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains, working with the Program Director, Hospice Physician, and Community Liaisons to support office operations and patient growth while ensuring compliance with Federal, State, ACHC, and Continuum Hospice guidelines. The role calls for strong leadership, confidence in the team, and emotional intelligence. The position is based in the Braintree territory and follows a Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. schedule. Continuum Hospice describes itself as a mission-driven, patient-centered provider of end-of-life care focused on dignity, peace, comfort, and human connection.

Requirements

Current registered nurse license to practice in the state where the office is located.
At least 3 years of nursing experience, including 1 year of full-time direct patient care experience in hospice, home health, or oncology.
Ability to manage terminal care, including crisis intervention, pain and symptom control, clinical bedside nursing, and family counseling.
Ability to provide a supportive and sensitive response to staff, patients, and families.
Computer proficiency, including typing and familiarity with various programs and electronic medical records.
Current CPR certification if required by the state.
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care.
1 year of supervisory experience in hospice or home health care.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee patient services to ensure they align with established hospice program policies.
Guide and support clinicians and foster ongoing improvement in hospice care services.
Conduct chart audits and oversee medical record maintenance for compliance with regulations, certification standards, and ethical care benchmarks.
Participate in developing orientation and in-service training for nursing and clinical staff.
Evaluate clinical staff performance during probationary periods and annually, providing teaching and counseling to improve service delivery.
Lead interdisciplinary team meetings to refine patient and family care plans, exchange insights, resolve challenges, and encourage professional collaboration.