Hospice Access & Care Navigation Leader

Empath Health; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5+ weeks PTO

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement with company match

Job summary

Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough, a member of Empath Health, seeks a Hospital Access Navigator to join our Hillsborough County team. You will lead the Access Team within Admission–Care Navigation, coordinate hospital partnerships, and guide patients and families through the care access process with empathy and accuracy.

Ideal candidates bring RN licensure, hospice and management experience, and a commitment to Full Life Care.

Qualifications

• A.S. degree required; BA from four-year college or university and Master’s degree preferred.
• Two years hospice experience with at least two years of management experience preferred.
• At least five years total experience as an RN preferred.
• RN licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership, oversight, and support to the Access Team staff within the Admission–Care Navigation Department.
• Serve as the primary liaison to hospitals, communicating Empath Health’s Mission, Vision, and values to partners and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as standards of care established by accrediting agencies.
• Coordinate and evaluate patient access and care navigation processes to promote quality, efficiency, and continuity of care.
• Monitor performance and support staff development through coaching, training, and performance feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare navigation

Regulatory compliance

Education

AS degree

BA degree

Master's degree preferred

RN license

Job description

Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough, a member of Empath Health, seeks a Hospital Access Navigator to join our Hillsborough County team. You will lead the Access Team within Admission–Care Navigation, coordinate hospital partnerships, and guide patients and families through the care access process with empathy and accuracy.

Ideal candidates bring RN licensure, hospice and management experience, and a commitment to Full Life Care.