Hospice Executive Director (RN) – Growth & Leadership

Addus HomeCare; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ambercare Hospice in Espanola, NM is seeking an Executive Director (RN) to lead our hospice team with a focus on growth, high performance, and exceptional patient care.

You will guide strategic growth, oversee day-to-day operations, and drive operational excellence while ensuring quality outcomes for patients, families, and staff. This leadership role requires a strong healthcare background and a commitment to compassionate, compliant program management.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program strongly preferred.
• Minimum Associate degree in business, healthcare or a related field and a minimum of 5 years related experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or administrative experience in a hospice or home health setting.
• Experienced in program administration including knowledge of healthcare policies and reimbursement practices.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license, and appropriate auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Maintains positive internal and external customer service relationships.
• Manage the agency's program through delegation of responsibility to administrative and supervisory personnel according to their abilities and defined responsibilities.
• Monitor methods of program administration, planning supervising, and evaluating.
• Monitor day-to-day compliance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements.
• Manage the development and implementation of administrative policies and procedures.
• Establish functions and qualifications for all personnel.
• Determine staffing needs and patterns according to program requirements and with consideration for utilization of personnel at their maximum potential.
• Authorize appointments to staff positions in collaboration with the VP of Operations.
• Oversee compliance with personnel policies and procedures.
• Negotiate and execute contracts with community providers for service and monitor program compliance with contractual agreements.

Education

Registered Nursing degree (RN)

Associate degree in business, healthcare or related field

Job description

Ambercare Hospice in Espanola, NM is seeking an Executive Director (RN) to lead our hospice team with a focus on growth, high performance, and exceptional patient care.

You will guide strategic growth, oversee day-to-day operations, and drive operational excellence while ensuring quality outcomes for patients, families, and staff. This leadership role requires a strong healthcare background and a commitment to compassionate, compliant program management.