Hospice Director: Nursing Leadership & Operations

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy Hospice seeks an experienced Hospice Director to lead the operations, clinical quality, and administrative functions of Mercy Hospice. This role requires building strong teams, partnering with physicians and community providers, and guiding strategic growth in hospice services.

The Director will oversee compliance with federal/state regulations, drive quality improvement, and ensure resources support compassionate patient care across the organization.

Qualifications

• BSN required and RN licensure in-state; 2–4 years health-related experience.
• 3–5 years progressive leadership responsibility in healthcare.
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, certification, and accreditation standards.
• Excellent communication and observational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Mercy Hospice operations including clinical quality and safety.
• Ensure financial performance, regulatory compliance, and administrative functions.
• Build and lead strong interdisciplinary teams; partner with physicians and community providers.
• Develop strategic initiatives to improve processes and growth in hospice care.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Observation skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

RN license

Master's degree (preferred)

CHPN (preferred)

Tools

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Job description

Mercy Hospice seeks an experienced Hospice Director to lead the operations, clinical quality, and administrative functions of Mercy Hospice. This role requires building strong teams, partnering with physicians and community providers, and guiding strategic growth in hospice services.

The Director will oversee compliance with federal/state regulations, drive quality improvement, and ensure resources support compassionate patient care across the organization.