Area Director of Education (RN)

Three Oaks Hospice; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding compensation package

Medical insurance after 30 days

100% company paid dental, vision, and life insurance

Onboarding and ongoing support

Opportunities for advancement

Work/life balance

Job summary

A leading hospice care provider in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an Area Director of Education (RN) to lead clinical education strategies and ensure compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and have at least 3 years of hospice clinical experience. Responsibilities include designing training programs, evaluating staff performance, and supporting clinical excellence initiatives. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to travel up to 50%. Excellent benefits and a compassionate work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 3 years of hospice clinical experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) preferred; required within 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation, state regulations, and CMS hospice quality metrics.
• Proficiency with EMR systems, preferably HCHB and back-office operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical education strategy within the company region.
• Collaborate with leadership for training program implementation.
• Conduct patient visits with new hires to evaluate readiness.
• Develop annual, multi-modal education plans based on evidence-based practice and gaps.
• Coordinate and standardize educational materials in collaboration with leadership and program directors.
• Serve as CPR instructor and ensure annual compliance.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Instructional design

Patient assessment skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

CHPN certification preferred

Tools

Home Care Home Base (HCHB)

MS 365

Job description

Area Director of Education (RN)

At Three Oaks Hospice we make a steadfast promise to our patients to Listen, Care, and Serve as a trusted partner devoted to providing the highest‑quality hospice and palliative care and to serving with compassion, bringing peace during this season of life.

Why Work For Us

• Outstanding compensation package
• Medical insurance after 30 days of employment
• Dental, vision, life, AD&D and long‑term disability – 100% company paid for employees
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive new‑hire onboarding with ongoing support
• Opportunities for advancement
• Work/life balance – standardized staffing models and patient ratios

We are looking for a passionate Area Director of Education to join our leading team of hospice care professionals and make a difference by listening, caring, and serving.

Position Summary

The Area Director of Education is responsible for leading clinical education strategy and execution within the assigned company region. This role works cross‑functionally with market leadership, staff, and subject‑matter experts to assess training needs, address clinical and operational gaps, and lead education‑driven performance improvement initiatives. The ADE ensures all educational programs meet compliance, regulatory, and quality standards while advancing clinical excellence and professional development. Additionally, the ADE shares responsibility for clinical outcomes, staff development, and adherence to standardized processes and workflows.

Essential Duties

• Collaborate with the Director of Education to design, implement, and deliver training programs for clinical and non‑clinical staff, including onboarding, ongoing education, and compliance training.
• Partner with market leadership and the compliance team to define learning objectives, develop content, and create evaluation tools for internal training programs.
• Collaborate with HR and market leadership to enhance the onboarding and orientation experience, driving employee satisfaction and retention.
• Develop and execute an annual, multi‑modal education plan based on evidence‑based practice, compliance requirements, audit findings, and identified learning gaps.
• Review and standardize educational materials in partnership with the Director of Education and market leadership.
• Serve as a superuser and subject‑matter expert for the electronic medical record (HCHB), incorporating documentation best practices into training and acting as a key resource for EMR updates and clinical practice questions.
• Conduct patient visits with new hires and underperforming staff to evaluate discipline‑specific skills and ensure consistency with best practices. Provide performance feedback and readiness of new team members with supervisors.
• Partner with regional leadership to complete clinical competency evaluations before new hires work independently.
• Participate in IDG, QA, QAPI, billing, and other operational meetings to identify and address educational needs.
• Conduct monthly (or higher frequency as needed) targeted education sessions based on identified needs during IDG meetings.
• Coordinate and implement internal and external training initiatives to promote scalability, continuity, and best‑practice integration.
• Align education efforts with clinical performance data to support quality improvement goals.
• Conduct skills assessments to ensure compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body requirements.
• Ensure timely completion of learning management system (LMS) modules and compliance with required training.
• Maintain consistency, quality, and adherence to review processes for all educational materials.
• Serve as a CPR instructor and ensure annual compliance with applicable regulations.
• Assist market leadership in developing clinical performance improvement plans, focusing on outcome metrics, KPIs, compliance, and best practice adoption.
• Partner with market leadership to ensure clinical excellence through competency assessments, field support, ride‑alongs, real‑time coaching, and targeted training plans.
• Maintain documentation supporting the quality assurance performance improvement (QAPI) program.
• Support the organization’s mock survey process in collaboration with the compliance team.
• Manage educational projects with defined timelines, milestones, stakeholder communication, and outcome measurements.
• Contribute to company strategic goals through cross‑departmental collaboration and process improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 3 years of hospice clinical experience.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) preferred; required within 12 months of hire.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Skilled in developing clear, concise, and well‑referenced training material using APA standards.
• Proficient patient assessment skills, including knowledge of the unique needs of terminally ill patients and families.
• Knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation, state regulations, and CMS hospice quality metrics.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), preferably Home Care Home Base (HCHB) and back‑office operations.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with a coaching‑oriented approach.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Demonstrated integrity, accountability, adaptability, and professionalism.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.