RN Clinical Director

Continuum Hospice & Palliative Care California; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career path

PTO & Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Cell phone reimbursement

401(k) matching

Clinical onboarding

Job summary

Continuum Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Director to lead our interdisciplinary team of RNs, aides, social workers, and chaplains. You’ll collaborate with the Program Director and Hospice Physician to drive patient-centered care and ensure adherence to federal and state guidelines.

The role is based in Alameda & Contra Costa County with Monday–Friday 8:00–4:30 and on-call rotation. Strong leadership, clinical expertise in terminal care, crisis intervention, and staff

Qualifications

• Must hold current unencumbered RN license.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing strongly preferred.
• Minimum two years of hospice/home health nursing with supervisory experience.
• Proficient with EMR and computer skills.
• Driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee a spectrum of patient services in line with hospice program policies.
• Provide guidance and support to an interdisciplinary team of clinicians.
• Conduct chart audits to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Contribute to orientation and in-service training for nursing staff.
• Evaluate and uplift clinical staff performance during probation and annually; provide coaching as needed.
• Lead interdisciplinary team meetings to refine Care Plans and share insights.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Hospice care knowledge

EMR proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

Continuum Hospice is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) with strong clinical knowledge and supervisory experience to lead an amazing team of clinicians as their Clinical Director. If you are an RN looking to advance in your career, this is the position for you! Our RN Clinical Directors steer our interdisciplinary squad of compassionate RNs, Aides, Social Workers, and Chaplains, shaping a world of care for patients and families. Collaborating closely with your Program Director, Hospice Physician, and Community Liaisons, you’ll orchestrate office excellence, foster growth in patient numbers, and guarantee adherence to Federal, State, ACHC, and Continuum Hospice guidelines. Our RN Clinical Directors are strong leaders with a relentless drive to succeed, an unshakeable faith in their team, and remarkable emotional IQ.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm. Administrator On-Call Rotation

Location

Alameda & Contra Costa County

Who We Are

At Continuum 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 Continuum 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

• Champion Comprehensive Patient Support: Coordinate and oversee a spectrum of patient services, ensuring alignment with established hospice program policies.
• Empowering Teams: Provide guidance and support to an amazing team of clinicians, fostering continuous enhancement of hospice care services provided.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct meticulous chart audits, overseeing medical record upkeep for compliance with regulations, certification standards, and ethical care benchmarks.
• Training Excellence: Participate in crafting orientation and in-service training for nursing & clinical staff, nurturing their growth across all proficiency levels.
• Performance Advancement: Evaluate and uplift clinical staff performance during probation and annually, offering valuable teaching and counseling to enhance the delivery of services from our clinicians.
• Collaborative Leadership: Lead interdisciplinary team gatherings to refine patient/family Care Plans, encouraging the exchange of insights, resolution of challenges, and nurturing professional camaraderie.

Qualifications

• Hold current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing strongly preferred.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience as a professional nurse providing direct patient care in hospice, home health or community health, in the last five (5) years, and a minimum one year of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of terminal care with expertise in crisis intervention, pain and symptom control, clinical bedside nursing, and family counseling.
• Demonstrated ability to execute a supportive, sensitive approach to staff and patient/family needs.
• Must be computer proficient in typing and various programs, including background in EMR.
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

$155,000 - $165,000 per year (Average Salary 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.