Director Of Clinical Operations

Vitality Hospice and Palliative Care; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonus program

On-demand pay

Job summary

Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care in Burlington, NJ seeks a Director of Clinical Operations (RN) to lead clinical services, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality patient care. This leadership role supervises RNs, LPNs, CHHAs, social workers, and others, ensuring compliant, patient-centered hospice care.

The ideal candidate has an active NJ RN license and 2+ years in hospice or palliative settings with at least 1 year in clinical leadership, plus strong documentation and IDT experience.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license
• 2+ years hospice, home health, or palliative care experience
• 1+ year clinical leadership or supervisory experience
• Knowledge of CMS and CHAP requirements
• End-of-life care and pain and symptom management
• Care planning, documentation compliance, and IDT processes

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all clinical operations and patient care services within hospice programs
• Lead and facilitate Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings to ensure effective care planning
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate RNs, LPNs, CHHAs, Social Workers, and other clinical staff
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in compliance with CMS, CHAP, and New Jersey state regulations
• Monitor and maintain compliance with Medicare CoPs and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with Compliance to develop and implement clinical education and training programs
• Conduct facility visits to strengthen partnerships and support patient care delivery
• Oversee operational metrics, including staffing, scheduling, payroll, mileage reimbursement, and supply costs
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, patient satisfaction, and service recovery efforts

Skills

RN leadership

Hospice regulations

Care planning

Documentation

Staff supervision

Clinical decision-making

Family communication

Driver's license

Job description

Director of Clinical Operations (RN) – Hospice | Burlington, NJ

Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our leadership team as a Director of Clinical Operations in Burlington, New Jersey. Replacement position

This is an exciting opportunity for a clinical leader in hospice or home health to oversee interdisciplinary teams, drive quality patient care, and lead operational excellence within a clinician-owned hospice organization.

If you are a compassionate RN leader with hospice experience, strong clinical oversight skills, and a passion for improving end-of-life care, we want to meet you.

Position Overview

The Director of Clinical Operations (RN) is responsible for overseeing all clinical services, staff performance, regulatory compliance, and patient care outcomes. This role partners closely with leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and patient-centered hospice care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all clinical operations and patient care services within hospice programs
• Lead and facilitate Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings to ensure effective care planning
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate RNs, LPNs, Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs), Social Workers, and other clinical staff
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in compliance with CMS, CHAP, and New Jersey state regulations
• Monitor and maintain compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with Compliance to develop and implement clinical education and training programs
• Conduct facility visits to strengthen partnerships and support patient care delivery
• Oversee operational metrics, including staffing, scheduling, payroll, mileage reimbursement, and supply costs
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, patient satisfaction, and service recovery efforts

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey
• Minimum 2+ years of hospice, home health, or palliative care experience
• Minimum 1+ year of clinical leadership or supervisory experience as a Clinical Manager, Director of Nursing, Supervisor, or similar role
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Hospice regulations, including CMS and CHAP requirements
  • End-of-life care and pain and symptom management
  • Care planning, documentation compliance, and IDT processes
• Experience with staff supervision, performance management and team leadership
• Excellent clinical decision-making, crisis intervention, and family communication skills
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• Tapcheck on-demand pay
• Pet Insurance
• Professional development and career-growth opportunities
• Team appreciation events and a positive work culture

Why Join Vitality Hospice?

At Vitality, we are a clinician-led hospice organization committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting our employees through a collaborative and uplifting work environment.

Our interdisciplinary teams work together to improve quality of life, symptom management, and caregiver support—and our leadership team plays a critical role in making that happen.

Job Details

• Job Title: Director of Clinical Operations (RN)
• Location: Burlington, NJ
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Work Setting: In-person/field-based
• Required License: Active New Jersey RN license