Director of Nursing RN Hospice

Encompass Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health company is seeking a Director of Nursing / Branch Director for its hospice agency in Macon, GA. This role involves overseeing patient care operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates are visionary leaders with a passion for hospice care and strong clinical expertise. Competitive benefits and a $7,500 sign-on bonus are offered to attract top talent.

Benefits

Matching 401(k) plan

Comprehensive insurance plans

Up to 30 paid days off per year

Continuing education opportunities

Incentivized bonus plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience within the past 36 months.
• One year of experience in a hospice setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of the hospice agency ensuring patient care standards.
• Supervise clinical and non-clinical staff, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Manage documentation requirements and service coordination.

Skills

Pain management

Symptom management

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

Registered Nurse license

Tools

Electronic medical records

Mobile devices for clinicians

Job description

Overview

$7,500 Sign On Bonus

The Director of Nursing / Branch Director role will oversee the operations of our hospice agency in Macon, GA, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and compliance with Medicare regulations. In this role, you will provide leadership, guidance, and support to our clinical and non-clinical staff, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. This role requires a visionary leader with strong clinical expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for hospice care.

Responsibilities

The Hospice Branch Director is a Registered Nurse who manages all aspects of terminal care and has expertise in pain and symptom management, with previous experience in hospice nursing. Additionally, the Hospice Branch Director supervises staff, manages documentation requirements, oversees service coordination and case management. The Hospice Branch Director must have excellent communication skills and the ability to respond supportively and sensitively to the needs of employees, patients, and their families.

The Hospice Branch Director supervises the day-to-day office and clinical operations, as well as the planning, coordination, and delivery of interdisciplinary team interventions. The Hospice Branch Director is responsible for assigning appropriate staff members to patients and families, acting as a staff nurse when necessary. The role also involves participating in community awareness and education programs.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved school of professional nursing and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment
• Must have a minimum of two years of nursing experience within the past 36 months and one year of experience in a hospice setting
• Must have a thorough understanding of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing hospice operations
• Must be competent with computers

$7,500 Sign On Bonus

Additional Information

As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, fostering a culture that is innovative and collaborative.

At Enhabit, we prioritize maintaining an ethical workplace and investing in our employees. We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
• Comprehensive insurance plans - medical, dental, and vision
• Up to 30 paid days off per year
• Continuing education opportunities and scholarship programs
• Electronic medical records and mobile devices for clinicians
• Incentivized bonus plan

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We support a respectful work environment and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate the differences that make our community extraordinary.