Regional RN Specialist

Care Hospice, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Certification assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) matching

Onboarding program

Job summary

The Regional RN Hospice Director at Care Hospice, Inc. leads enterprise-wide operations, regulatory compliance, and administrative support across multiple hospice programs, stabilizing growth and guiding teams through transitions.

The role emphasizes Medicare/Medicaid compliance, quality of care, and strategic resources across locations. Travel is required up to 80% to assigned locations, with Arizona as base; candidates must be an RN with hospice leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, health care, or business administration preferred.
• Hold current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in health care management.
• Five (5) years of hospice experience required with intimate knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and Department of Aging and Disability Services regulations.
• Operations and/or Sales Leadership experience required
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships in the communities served as well as within a company.
• Skilled at establishing/maintaining working relationships with key staff, marketing contacts, and clinical staff to ensure the thorough understanding of Hospice Mission and services.
• Experience in analyzing processes, improvement planning, supporting change, and effectively managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Step in as an trusted operational leader to stabilize, strengthen, and support hospice programs during periods of growth or transition
• Partner with Program Directors and leadership teams to enhance daily operations, workflows, and overall program performance
• Champion regulatory compliance and quality standards to ensure exceptional, patient-centered end-of-life care
• Guide and support leaders and staff through onboarding, education, and change initiatives, including new systems and processes
• Serve as a subject matter expert to ensure consistency, accuracy, and excellence across policies, procedures, and practices
• Contribute to quality improvement and QAPI initiatives that drive meaningful outcomes for patients and families
• Provide strategic insight to senior leadership on staffing, resources, and opportunities to strengthen programs and services
• Collaborate across teams and communities to support program development, referral relationships, and the hospice mission

Skills

Operations leadership

Regulatory compliance

Strategic leadership

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing, health care, or business administration

Job description

Overview

The Regional RN Hospice Director is a dynamic, enterprise-level leader who provides operational, regulatory, and administrative support across multiple hospice programs. This role serves as a flexible resource to stabilize operations, ensure compliance, support growth initiatives, and guide teams through transitions such as leadership changes, system implementations, or special projects.

Overview

The Regional RN Hospice Director is a dynamic, enterprise-level leader who provides operational, regulatory, and administrative support across multiple hospice programs. This role serves as a flexible resource to stabilize operations, ensure compliance, support growth initiatives, and guide teams through transitions such as leadership changes, system implementations, or special projects. Working under the general direction of senior leadership, the Regional RN Hospice Director plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory compliance with hospice and Medicare/Medicaid requirements while strengthening operational performance and continuity of care across assigned programs. Must be willing to travel and spend at least 80% of time at assigned locations in Capitola, Concord, & Petaluma California, Albuquerque & Las Crues, New Mexico and Casa Grande, Mesa, Phoenix, Prescott Valley, and Tucson Arizona.

Who We Are

At Care Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Care Hospice, we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.

We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
• A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays to rest and recharge
• Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
• Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
• Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience
• Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
• Hands-on Clinical Onboarding Program to ensure you have a smooth transition into our team

Responsibilities

• Step in as a trusted operational leader to stabilize, strengthen, and support hospice programs during periods of growth or transition
• Partner with Program Directors and leadership teams to enhance daily operations, workflows, and overall program performance
• Champion regulatory compliance and quality standards to ensure exceptional, patient-centered end-of-life care
• Guide and support leaders and staff through onboarding, education, and change initiatives, including new systems and processes
• Serve as a subject matter expert to ensure consistency, accuracy, and excellence across policies, procedures, and practices
• Contribute to quality improvement and QAPI initiatives that drive meaningful outcomes for patients and families
• Provide strategic insight to senior leadership on staffing, resources, and opportunities to strengthen programs and services
• Collaborate across teams and communities to support program development, referral relationships, and the hospice mission

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, health care, or business administration preferred.
• Hold current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in health care management.
• Five (5) years of hospice experience required with intimate knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and Department of Aging and Disability Services regulations.
• Operations and/or Sales Leadership experience required
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships in the communities served as well as within a company.
• Skilled at establishing/maintaining working relationships with key staff, marketing contacts, and clinical staff to ensure the thorough understanding of Hospice Mission and services.
• Experience in analyzing processes, improvement planning, supporting change, and effectively managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is an accordance with state and organizational requirements and is in good working order.
• Must be willing to travel and spend at least 80% of time in assigned locations.
• Must reside in Arizona

$145,000 - $160,000 per year (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.