Hospice Manager

Cascade Health; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascade Health in Eugene, Oregon, is seeking a Hospice Manager to lead a dedicated team delivering compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families at life’s meaningful moments.

The role requires strong nursing leadership, strategic planning, and financial oversight to sustain quality services, regulatory compliance, and community outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• Current Oregon RN license required.
• Minimum two years of management experience.
• Minimum two years of budgetary responsibility.
• Experience with terminally ill patients or relevant education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 24-hour operation of Hospice Department and direct patient care coordination.
• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate staff performance and patient care delivery.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with hospice standards and accreditation requirements.
• Develop, write, and update hospice policies and procedures.
• Lead staff development, education programs, and quality initiatives.
• Assist with marketing, community outreach, and annual contract reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Clinical governance

Staff coordination

Education

RN license - Oregon

Job description

At Cascade Health, we provide compassionate care that improves lives. As our Hospice Manager, you’ll oversee a dedicated team, ensuring exceptional care for patients and families at life’s most meaningful moments. If you’re a skilled nursing leader with a passion for excellence and teamwork, we want you on our team.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the 24-hour operation of the Hospice Department in collaboration with department leadership, including planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and evaluating direct and indirect patient care. Assumes major responsibility for day-to-day operational affairs, including the financial health of the Hospice Department. May provide skilled nursing care when staffing requires supplementation. Serves as a key leader for hospice services, ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements. Maintains a high level of professional expertise, supports staff development, and fosters a culture of quality, compassion, and accountability. Assists with marketing and community outreach, and ensures Hospice contracts are reviewed and updated annually.

• Maintain a strong knowledge base of current hospice and nursing practices.
• Lead with focus on quality, performance, and productivity.
• Resolve conflicts effectively and foster open peer communication.
• Ensure compliance with all hospice regulations and standards.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
• Apply sound judgment in clinical and operational decisions.
• Develop, write, and update policies and procedures.
• Assess departmental quality, including patient care outcomes and financial performance.
• Lead conferences, staff meetings, and educational in-services.
• Organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks effectively.
• Respond to emergencies and conduct patient assessments as needed.
• Provide patient and family education and support.
• Utilize computer systems frequently for documentation and reporting.
• Hire, train, coach, counsel, and evaluate staff.
• Oversee orientation for new employees and promote professional growth.
• Drive safely to patient homes and community sites.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education & Licensure:

• Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license required.

Experience:

• Minimum two (2) years of management experience required.
• Minimum two (2) years of budgetary responsibility required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working with the medical and psychosocial needs of terminally ill patients or equivalent education.
• Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle required.