Hospice Care Director - Lead Compassionate Patient Services

Geiss MED Hospice; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Geiss Med Hospice is seeking a Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS) to provide clinical leadership, ensure regulatory excellence, and guide an interdisciplinary team in delivering compassionate end-of-life care.

You will oversee nursing and clinical staff, ensure care plans align with patient goals, and maintain compliance with Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation and state regulations. This role emphasizes mentorship, quality improvement, and team development.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or healthcare field with 2+ years of hospice/home health leadership.
• Alternatively, 4 years of supervision/management in hospice or home health in past five years.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to nursing and clinical teams to ensure high quality care.
• Oversee hospice clinical operations and ensure care plans are followed.
• Ensure staffing and compliance with hospice regulations and nurse-to-patient ratios.
• Manage patient acuity system for safe caseloads and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with Medical Director and team for care planning and outcomes.
• Oversee documentation, medical records and survey readiness.
• Lead onboarding, education and development for staff.
• Participate in QAPI initiatives and adverse event reviews.
• Support state and federal survey processes and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor staff and foster compassionate, accountable culture.
• Designate DPCS designee for leadership continuity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or healthcare-related field

Job description

Geiss Med Hospice is seeking a Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS) to provide clinical leadership, ensure regulatory excellence, and guide an interdisciplinary team in delivering compassionate end-of-life care.

You will oversee nursing and clinical staff, ensure care plans align with patient goals, and maintain compliance with Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation and state regulations. This role emphasizes mentorship, quality improvement, and team development.