RN Hospice Administrator

James River Home Health and Hospice; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Tablet & Cell Phone

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Wellness Program

CPR Recertification

Career Growth

Job summary

James River Home Health and Hospice seeks an RN Hospice Administrator to lead clinical services and day-to-day operations for our Roanoke-area hospice in the Lynchburg region. The role focuses on supervision, regulatory compliance, policy implementation, and operational excellence to deliver compassionate end-of-life care in clients\' homes.

Qualified candidates are licensed RNs in Virginia with at least two years in health settings and one year in hospice leadership within the last five years.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Virginia.
• Minimum 2 years health-related experience.
• At least 1 year hospice supervisory or administrative experience in the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership while promoting a mission-driven work environment.
• Manage daily clinical and administrative operations across hospice services.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and support clinical and administrative staff.
• Ensure compliance with hospice regulations and accreditation standards.
• Deliver patient-centered hospice care plans in collaboration with families.
• Oversee budget planning and resource allocation to ensure sustainability.
• Foster effective communication among staff, patients, families, and partners.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Healthcare operations

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Virginia RN license

Job description

RN Hospice Administrator

Location: Lynchburg, VA

Supported Areas: Danville and Roanoke
Hours: M-F 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Are you a compassionate, experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with a strong background in hospice care and a passion for leadership? James River Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice Administrator to guide clinical services and oversee day-to-day operations of our growing team in the Roanoke area.

This is a key leadership role for a dynamic individual committed to delivering exceptional and empathetic end-of-life care in the comfort of our clients’ homes. The Hospice Administrator will be responsible for supervising staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, implementing policies and procedures, and driving operational excellence across the agency.

Compensation: $117,000 - $130,000

What We Offer:

• Potential Sign On Bonus up to $10,000
• Competitive Salary
• Company-Paid Tablet & Cell Phone
• Generous Time Off: 21 total days off (15 PTO days + 6 paid holidays), accruing from day one
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision – competitively priced and partially employer-paid
• Company-Paid Benefits: Short- and long-term disability and life insurance (up to $50,000)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Wellness Support: Access to our Proactive Health Management Program (PHMP)
• Ongoing Education: Company-paid CPR recertification
• Career Growth Opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Operations

• Provide strong leadership while promoting a positive, mission-driven work environment
• Manage daily clinical and administrative operations across hospice services

Staff Development & Oversight

• Recruit, train, supervise, and support clinical and administrative team members
• Conduct performance evaluations and promote continuous professional development

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable hospice regulations and accreditation standards
• Implement quality assurance initiatives to maintain the highest standards of care

Patient-Centered Hospice Care

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and families to deliver comprehensive, compassionate end-of-life care plans

Financial Management

• Oversee budget planning and resource allocation to ensure financial sustainability

Communication & Collaboration

• Foster effective communication between staff, patients, families, and external healthcare partners
• Collaborate with local physicians, facilities, and community organizations to enhance the continuum of care

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• A minimum of two (2) years of health-related experience, including at least one (1) year of hospice supervisory or administrative experience within the last five years

If you're a caring and committed leader ready to make a difference in the lives of our hospice patients, we would love to meet you!

James River is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.