Hospice Clinical Director (DON)

Del Corazon Hospice; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Corazon Hospice in Santa Fe, NM, is seeking a RN-qualified Hospice Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations, drive quality, and ensure regulatory compliance across the agency. This hands-on role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to deliver compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care in a growing hospice setting.

Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of hospice leadership experience, knowledge of hospice regulations, and a proven

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Licensed or eligible to serve as Clinical Director in New Mexico.
• 2-3 years hospice leadership experience (DON, Executive Director, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, Medicare COP, and compliance standards.
• Proven track record of census growth and operational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall clinical leadership and daily operations management for the hospice agency.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation standards (CHAP, Medicare, NM regulations).
• Drive census growth through strategic referral development and community relationships.
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, and operational efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop interdisciplinary team members.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure high-quality patient care and outcomes.
• Monitor KPIs, quality metrics, and implement performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintain strong relationships with referral sources, hospitals, SNFs, and community partners.
• Ensure readiness for surveys and audits.

Skills

RN License

Hospice leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Census growth track record

Leadership & team development

Job description

Hospice Director of Nursing

Del Corazon Hospice - Santa Fe, NM

About Us

Del Corazon Hospice is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care that honors dignity, comfort, and quality of life. As part of a growing and innovative healthcare organization, we are committed to clinical excellence, strong leadership, and meaningful community impact.

We are seeking a dynamic hospice director of nursing, (RN required) to lead our operations, drive growth, ensure compliance, and cultivate a high-performing team with our office located in Santa Fe, NM.

Position Summary

The clinical director is responsible for the overall leadership, operations, and strategic direction of the agency. This role ensures regulatory compliance, financial performance, census growth, and exceptional patient care outcomes.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall clinical leadership and daily operations management for the hospice agency
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation standards (CHAP, Medicare, NM regulations)
• Drive census growth through strategic referral development and community relationships
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, and operational efficiency
• Lead, mentor, and develop interdisciplinary team members
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure high-quality patient care and outcomes
• Monitor KPIs, quality metrics, and implement performance improvement initiatives
• Maintain strong relationships with referral sources, hospitals, SNFs, and community partners
• Ensure readiness for surveys and audits

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible to serve as Clinical Director in New Mexico
• RN License
• Minimum 2-3 years of hospice leadership experience (hospice DON, Executive Director, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and compliance standards
• Proven track record of census growth and operational leadership
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Why Join Del Corazon Hospice?

• Opportunity to lead and grow a mission-driven hospice organization
• Supportive executive leadership and resources
• Competitive salary + performance-based bonus structure
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth opportunities within a multi-state organization
• Ability to make a meaningful impact in patients' and families' lives

Schedule

• Full-time
• AOC duties