Hospice RN Clinical Director

Affinity Care of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Care of Indiana in Indianapolis, IN, seeks a Hospice Clinical Director to lead on-site clinical hospice services and deliver patient-centered care. You will supervise nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other providers to coordinate individualized care plans for patients and families.

Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing clinical operations, monitoring outcomes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and implementing best practices in hospice and palliative care.

Qualifications

• Active Indiana clinical license (RN, APRN or equivalent).
• Hospice or palliative care experience and leadership preferred.
• Experience supervising interdisciplinary teams and ensuring quality care.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards governing hospice services.
• Ability to document and report outcomes in clinical systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise interdisciplinary clinical teams including nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other providers.
• Coordinate individualized care plans for patients and families.
• Monitor patient care outcomes and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead case reviews, staff education, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a clinical advocate and respond to crisis situations.
• Oversee resource utilization and maintain documentation.

Skills

Hospice/palliative Medicine

Clinical supervision

Interdisciplinary leadership

Mental health principles

Behavioral health approach

Indiana clinical license

EHR documentation

Communication & conflict

Leadership experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Company Description

Affinity Care of Indiana is a hospice organization led by experienced healthcare professionals who prioritize a patient- and family-first approach to care. The team brings expertise from diverse healthcare roles to support individuals facing terminal illness and end-of-life needs. Affinity Care collaborates closely with patients and loved ones to ensure their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are understood and addressed. Using a broad community network, the organization provides clarity on available care options and offers individualized services such as music therapy, massage therapy, aromatherapy, and bereavement counseling. The interdisciplinary team includes Medical Directors, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Home Health Aides, Social Workers, Interfaith Chaplains, and additional care partners, all dedicated to compassionate support.

Role Description

The Hospice Clinical Director is a full-time, on-site leadership role based in Indianapolis, IN, responsible for overseeing clinical hospice services and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. This role leads and supports interdisciplinary clinical teams, including nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other care providers, to coordinate individualized care plans for patients and families. Day-to-day responsibilities include supervising clinical operations, monitoring patient care outcomes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and agency standards, and implementing best practices in hospice and palliative care. The Hospice Clinical Director collaborates with Medical Directors and other leaders on case reviews, staff education, performance improvement initiatives, and resource utilization. The role also involves serving as a clinical advocate for patients and families, supporting crisis intervention, and promoting a culture of empathy, respect, and open communication.

Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in hospice or palliative Medicine and strong understanding of end-of-life care standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in Clinical Supervision, including leading interdisciplinary teams, coaching staff, and overseeing quality of care.
• Knowledge of Mental Health and Psychology principles to support patients and families coping with grief, loss, and emotional distress.
• Background or familiarity with Behavioral Health approaches to address complex behavioral and psychosocial needs in a compassionate manner.
• Active clinical license (e.g., RN, APRN, or other relevant discipline) in the state of Indiana; hospice or palliative care certification preferred.
• Proven ability to manage clinical operations, prioritize workload, and maintain accurate documentation within electronic health record systems.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse patients, families, and staff.
• Experience in leadership or management within hospice, home health, or related healthcare settings strongly preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in Indianapolis, IN, including occasional evening or weekend availability as patient and organizational needs require.