Hospice Growth & Quality Director

WesleyLife; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WesleyLife in Urbandale, IA, is seeking a Director of Hospice to lead WesleyLife Hospice programs and steer growth through strategic planning and effective budgeting. You will align services with regulatory standards, build referral networks, and collaborate across WesleyLife to optimize patient care.

The role requires RN licensure in Iowa, a strong hospice background, and proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on census growth and program excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health care administration, therapy, or related field.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Iowa.
• At least five years of hospice work experience.
• Minimum of three years of leadership directing a multidisciplinary team.
• Business development experience with census/revenue growth.
• Experience in operational, strategic, and budgetary planning and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Establish strategic direction with senior leadership and implement plans to reach goals.
• Oversee compliance and management activities of the Hospice Department.
• Oversee daily clinical and operational activities and delegate tasks to direct reports.
• Ensure regulatory requirements, laws, and policy adherence are met.
• Develop and maintain referral relationships to support business growth.
• Collaborate with programs and communities to meet patient needs.
• Partner with the At Home accounts team to identify growth opportunities.
• Develop innovative approaches to ensure high service quality.
• Develop and manages the budget in collaboration with WesleyLife leadership.
• Regularly measure care quality and outcomes for holistic care.
• Ensure licensure and funding materials are prepared on time.
• Integrate WesleyLife services with regional networks and maintain professional relationships.
• Lead hospice team including hiring, performance management, and daily operations.

Skills

Leadership

Hospice

Nursing

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care administration

RN license (Iowa)

Job description

WesleyLife in Urbandale, IA, is seeking a Director of Hospice to lead WesleyLife Hospice programs and steer growth through strategic planning and effective budgeting. You will align services with regulatory standards, build referral networks, and collaborate across WesleyLife to optimize patient care.

The role requires RN licensure in Iowa, a strong hospice background, and proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on census growth and program excellence.