Hospice QA & PI RN: Lead Clinical Excellence

NORTHSTAR HOME HOSPICE LLC; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

NorthStar Home Hospice LLC in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a dedicated Hospice Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement professional to lead QAPI efforts, ensure CMS COP compliance, and drive data‑driven improvements across care operations.

The role collaborates with clinicians, audits patient records, develops education, and reports metrics to leadership to uphold compassionate, high‑quality end‑of‑life care.

Qualifications

• Current RN or clinical licensure in Ohio required.
• Experience in hospice, home health, or palliative care quality assurance or compliance.
• Strong knowledge of CMS Hospice Conditions of Participation and QAPI regulations.
• Experience with clinical auditing, data analysis, and performance improvement methodologies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with EHRs and quality reporting tools.
• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and committed to high-quality end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the QAPI program in compliance with hospice regulations.
• Monitor clinical and operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives and coordinate interdisciplinary involvement.
• Audit clinical documentation, patient records, and care plans for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and present quality reports and metrics to leadership and staff.
• Ensure adherence to CMS COP and state hospice regulations.
• Collaborate with staff to educate on quality standards and best practices.

Skills

QAPI

Data analysis

Auditing

Performance improvement

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

EHR proficiency

Education

Ohio RN licensure

Tools

EHR systems

Quality reporting tools

Job description

NorthStar Home Hospice LLC in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a dedicated Hospice Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement professional to lead QAPI efforts, ensure CMS COP compliance, and drive data‑driven improvements across care operations.

The role collaborates with clinicians, audits patient records, develops education, and reports metrics to leadership to uphold compassionate, high‑quality end‑of‑life care.