Hospice Assistant Clinical Director - RN Leader

Ascend Health; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Ascend Hospice is seeking an Assistant Clinical Director (RN) to lead regional staff and IDT teams. The role requires supervising clinical services, coordinating care plans, and ensuring regulatory compliance while reporting to the Clinical Director.

You will foster staff development, manage documentation, assist with budget goals, and engage with facilities and families. Travel is required; a nursing license and CHPN are preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must have State Certified RN license.
• 5 years experience as a professional nurse, hospice experience strongly preferred.
• CHPN certification, a plus.
• Must have a valid Driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional teams and IDT meetings to coordinate hospice care.
• Review and revise patient/family care plans and ensure compliance with policies.
• supervise maintenance of medical records and audit readiness.
• Monitor care plans progress and staff performance; provide coaching as needed.
• Engage with facilities and community partners to support program growth.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Ascend Hospice is seeking an Assistant Clinical Director (RN) to lead regional staff and IDT teams. The role requires supervising clinical services, coordinating care plans, and ensuring regulatory compliance while reporting to the Clinical Director.

You will foster staff development, manage documentation, assist with budget goals, and engage with facilities and families. Travel is required; a nursing license and CHPN are preferred but not mandatory.