Director, Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance

Interim HealthCare of Augusta; United States; Remote; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Interim HealthCare is seeking a Director, Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance to lead regulatory and clinical quality initiatives across Home Health, Hospice, Personal Care at Home, and Medical Staffing lines.

You’ll translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance, support survey readiness and audits, and collaborate with senior leaders to drive improvements in quality and patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field; graduate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of healthcare regulatory compliance, clinical quality, or regulatory leadership.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations for Home Health and Hospice.
• Experience translating regulatory changes into actionable guidance.
• Experience with survey readiness, audits, accreditation standards, and corrective action planning.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME on federal and state regulatory requirements for Home Health and Hospice.
• Monitor CMS regulations, final rules, STAR ratings, and related updates.
• Guide franchise partners through regulatory changes and accreditation requirements.
• Develop and communicate clinical guidance, resources, and education.
• Partner with Compliance, Operations, and clinical leadership to identify risks and support audits.

Skills

CMS regulations

Regulatory compliance

Clinical quality

QAPI

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Nursing/Healthcare Admin

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

EMR systems

Policy management systems

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Director, Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance

Remote

Are you an experienced healthcare compliance and quality professional who enjoys navigating complex regulations, driving clinical excellence, and helping organizations stay prepared for what’s next? Interim HealthCare is seeking a Director, Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance to serve as a key regulatory and clinical quality resource across our Home Health, Hospice, Personal Care at Home, and Medical Staffing service lines.

In this role, you'll serve as a subject matter expert on healthcare regulations and accreditation standards while supporting survey readiness, audits, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical compliance across the organization. You'll work closely with clinical, operational, regional, and compliance leaders to identify opportunities, develop practical solutions, and help ensure consistent quality and regulatory standards across our network.

If you're passionate about healthcare quality, enjoy translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance, and thrive in a collaborative environment where you can influence meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Enjoy Being Part of Our Team:

• Competitive Pay: $115,000 - $130,000+ per year, based on experience
• Meaningful Impact: Help strengthen clinical quality, regulatory compliance, and patient care across a growing healthcare organization.
• Collaborative Culture: Partner with clinical and operational leaders across the organization to drive meaningful improvements and best practices.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy PTO, holiday pay, medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with 401(k) benefits.

Big-Picture Overview: What You’ll Do as a Director, Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance:

• Serve as a subject matter expert on federal and state regulatory requirements impacting Home Health and Hospice, translating changes into actionable guidance for franchise partners.
• Monitor and interpret CMS regulations, final rules, STAR ratings, and other regulatory updates impacting home health and hospice operations.
• Guide franchise partners through regulatory changes, survey readiness, accreditation requirements, and compliance expectations.
• Develop and communicate clinical guidance, resources, and education to help franchise partners understand and implement regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Compliance, Operations, and clinical leadership to identify regulatory risks, address gaps, and support audit and survey readiness.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives using performance metrics, KPIs, patient outcomes, and other data to identify trends and drive measurable improvements.
• Support QAPI programs, quality reporting, HHVBP, and other quality initiatives across applicable service lines.
• Monitor industry and regulatory developments and proactively communicate their operational impact to internal teams and franchise partners.

Must-Haves for Success in This Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; graduate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in healthcare regulatory compliance, clinical quality, or regulatory leadership.
• Strong, hands-on knowledge of CMS regulations and requirements for both Home Health and Hospice, including final rules, STAR ratings, and quality reporting.
• Experience interpreting regulatory changes and translating them into practical guidance for healthcare operations and franchise partners.
• Demonstrated experience with survey readiness, regulatory audits, accreditation standards, and corrective action planning.
• Experience with quality improvement, QAPI, performance metrics, and data-driven initiatives.
• Ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and drive adoption of regulatory and clinical requirements across multiple locations.
• Strong analytical, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and experience using EMR, learning management, and policy management systems.
• RN preferred; personal care experience a plus.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%.

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home healthcare company and a trusted leader in compassionate, patient-centered care. With 300+ locations nationwide, we foster a family-oriented culture that values every team member. As a Director, Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance, you’ll play a critical role in strengthening the quality, compliance, and clinical standards that support exceptional care across our organization.

Interim HealthCare is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.