Executive Director - Hospice

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care; Florida; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care seeks an Executive Director to lead a designated hospice program site, ensuring regulatory compliance, high-quality care, and strong interdisciplinary teamwork. As Administrator of Record, you will align operations with mission and standards while guiding staff and partners through complex regulatory landscapes.

You will manage daily operations, budget and staffing plans, and collaborate with clinical leaders to drive service excellence and patient-centered care

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health administration, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of five years of healthcare or hospice management experience.
• Meets requirements to serve as Administrator under applicable state regulations (FL, GA, PA, TX).
• Demonstrated knowledge of hospice philosophy, CMS Conditions of Participation, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the hospice program and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee budgeting, staffing plans, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with clinical leaders to support staffing, scheduling, and care delivery.
• Oversee hiring, performance management, and staff training with HR and exec leadership.
• Cultivate relationships with referral sources and community stakeholders.
• Provide on-call leadership and ensure coverage for alternate administrator duties.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Staff development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or health administration

Master’s preferred

Job description

At Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, we are united by a mission to bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every patient and family we serve. Join a team where your work has purpose, and your growth is supported.

The Executive Director role is a meaningful opportunity to lead a hospice program grounded in compassion, service, and connection. At Arc Hospice and Palliative Care, our leaders nurture teams, strengthen community relationships, and help create an environment where every patient and family experience care that reflects dignity, respect, and purpose. This position calls for a steady, thoughtful presence and a commitment to guiding a dedicated interdisciplinary team through moments that matter. If you are inspired by leadership work that brings people together and supports both clinical and administrative excellence, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact.

Overview

The Executive Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations and leadership of a designated hospice program site. Serving as the Administrator of Record for that site, this role ensures regulatory compliance, high-quality care delivery, and strong interdisciplinary team performance. The Executive Director is a key liaison with community partners, staff, patients, and families, and supports the mission and standards of Arc Hospice through ethical, person-centered leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated Administrator of Record, in compliance with state and federal hospice regulations.
• Lead daily operations of the hospice program to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency across clinical and administrative functions.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, and regulatory agencies including state departments, CMS, and internal audit standards.
• Develop and monitor site budgets, staffing plans, and operational goals in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with clinical leaders to support staffing, scheduling, team development, and effective delivery of care.
• Oversee hiring, performance management, and staff training in collaboration with Human Resources and executive leadership.
• Support business development efforts by cultivating relationships with referral sources and community stakeholders.
• Lead quality and performance improvement efforts through active participation in QAPI and strategic planning initiatives.
• Ensure staff are trained on hospice philosophy, HIPAA, OSHA, and patient safety protocols.
• Maintain effective communication and team engagement through routine meetings, coaching, and visibility.
• Ensure timely reporting and follow-up on incidents, grievances, compliance concerns, and regulatory events.
• Provide on-call leadership support as required and maintain coverage for alternate administrator duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health administration, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of healthcare or hospice management experience required.
• Meets requirements to serve as Administrator under Florida, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Texas hospice regulations:
  • In Florida: Must be designated by the governing body as responsible for daily operations and compliant with FAC 59A-38.004.
  • In Georgia: Must be a licensed healthcare professional with at least one (1) year of hospice supervisory experience, or equivalent supervisory background in a health-related setting.
  • In Texas: Must hold a Texas HCSSA Administrator License and comply with all licensing requirements, including completion of 8 hours of pre-appointment training, 16 hours of training within the first 12 months, and 12 hours of annual continuing education as outlined in Texas Administrative Code Chapter 558.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hospice philosophy, CMS Conditions of Participation, and applicable state rules.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills across interdisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Demonstrated empathy, sensitivity, and ability to support patients and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care that reflects Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission, values, and standards of dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity.

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to join us in delivering compassionate, inclusive care. Explore the impact you can make with Arc Hospice today.

As set forth in Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.