Director of Hospice Services

Mercy Co; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an experienced Hospice Director to lead Mercy Hospice and oversee operations, clinical quality, compliance, safety, and financial performance. You will ensure teams have the support they need to provide compassionate care.

This role requires strategic thinking, strong leadership, and the ability to build partnerships with physicians and community providers to shape the future of Mercy Hospice.

Qualifications

• BSN and RN license in state of practice
• 2-4 years health-related experience
• 3-5 years progressive leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of federal and state hospice regulations and accreditation standards

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall Mercy Hospice operations and clinical quality
• Lead and develop clinical and administrative teams
• Ensure compliance, safety, and financial performance
• Partner with physicians and community providers to drive growth and strategic direction

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

CHPN or CHPA credential

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

At Mercy, hospice care is about more than clinical care. It is about helping patients and families navigate one of life's most meaningful and vulnerable seasons with dignity, compassion, and support.

We're looking for an experienced Hospice Director who can lead both the people and the operations behind that care. This leader will oversee the overall operations of Mercy Hospice, including clinical quality, financial performance, compliance, safety, growth, and administrative functions, while ensuring our teams have the support and resources they need to provide exceptional care.

This is an opportunity for a leader who understands hospice, but also knows how to build strong teams, improve processes, partner with physicians and community providers, and think strategically about the future.

Position Details:

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Registered Nurse license in state of practice
• 2-4 years of health-related experience
• 3-5 years of progressive leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations, certification requirements, and accreditation standards related to hospice
• Excellent communication and observation skills

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a health-related field or Business Administration
• Previous hospice management experience
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse (CHPN) or Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Administrator credential

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.