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About The Position
Sanctuary Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse with strong clinical knowledge and supervisory experience to lead its clinicians as Clinical Director. The role oversees an interdisciplinary team of registered nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains, and works closely with the Program Director, Hospice Physician, and Community Liaisons. The Clinical Director supports office operations and patient growth while ensuring compliance with Federal, State, ACHC, and Sanctuary guidelines. The position calls for strong leadership, confidence in the team, and emotional intelligence. Sanctuary Hospice describes itself as a mission-driven, patient-centered provider of end-of-life care. Its work centers on supporting patients and loved ones with comfort, compassion, dignity, peace, and human connection.
Requirements
- Current state license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state where the office is located.
- At least 3 years of nursing experience, including 1 year of full-time direct patient care in hospice, home health, or oncology.
- Ability to manage all aspects of terminal care, including crisis intervention, pain and symptom control, clinical bedside nursing, and family counseling.
- Ability to take a supportive and sensitive approach to staff and patient/family needs.
- Computer proficiency, including typing and experience 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.
- One year of supervisory experience in hospice or home health care.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee patient services to ensure alignment with hospice program policies.
- Guide and support the clinical team and foster continuous 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 foster professional camaraderie.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Career Path Program supporting internal growth, advancement, and increased pay.
- 15 days of PTO and 10 holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Wellness and discount programs.
- Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
- Company matching 401(k).
- Hands-on clinical onboarding program.
- $15,000 sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
