Hospice Director of Nursing

Favoured Hospice; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

Flexible scheduling

Professional development

Mission-driven workplace

Job summary

Favoured Hospice in Minnesota seeks a compassionate Director of Nursing to lead our hospice care team, ensuring high-quality end-of-life care and strict adherence to state, federal, and accreditation standards. You will oversee nursing staff, develop and enforce policies, mentor teams, and collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers to coordinate patient care and equity-focused outcomes. This role requires RN licensure in MN, BSN, and supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Minnesota.
• BSN required; MSN preferred.
• 3–5 years hospice/palliative care experience.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations and standards of practice.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all hospice nursing staff.
• Ensure delivery of patient-centered, compassionate care in alignment with hospice philosophy.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff performance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (physicians, social workers, chaplains, volunteers).
• Manage staffing schedules, caseload assignments, and on-call rotations.
• Review, implement, and oversee physician orders for medications and treatments.
• Ensure accurate administration, documentation, and monitoring of prescribed medications.
• Coordinate medication management, including reconciliation, patient/family education, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements (Medicare, state licensure, accreditation).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education programs.
• Serve as a liaison with patients, families, and community partners.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

BSN (required)

MSN preferred

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our hospice care team. This role is central to ensuring that patients and families receive the highest quality of end-of-life care, while maintaining compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all hospice nursing staff.
• Ensure delivery of patient-centered, compassionate care in alignment with hospice philosophy.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff performance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (physicians, social workers, chaplains, volunteers).
• Manage staffing schedules, caseload assignments, and on-call rotations.
• Review, implement, and oversee physician orders for medications and treatments.
• Ensure accurate administration, documentation, and monitoring of prescribed medications.
• Coordinate medication management, including reconciliation, patient/family education, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements (Medicare, state licensure, accreditation).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education programs.
• Serve as a liaison with patients, families, and community partners.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive, mission-driven work environment focused on dignity and compassion.

Requirements QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Minnesota.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN required; MSN preferred).
• Minimum 3-5 years of hospice or palliative care experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations and standards of practice.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.