RN Hospice Director: Lead Care & Team Excellence

Nhccare; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Bonus eligibility

Benefits within 60 days

Job summary

Caris Healthcare is seeking a Director of Nursing (RN) to lead clinical operations for the hospice agency. The role focuses on high-quality patient care, people development, process improvement, financial management, and business development across the Southeast region.

The Director will supervise the clinical team, ensure regulatory compliance, manage budgets, and support organizational growth. The position offers a $6,000 sign-on bonus and a salary range of $95,000–$105,000 depending on

Qualifications

• Current licensed RN in state of operation.
• 1–3 years healthcare experience; hospice/palliative care or home health preferred.
• Preferred management experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proficient computer and technology skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of patient care and supervision of the clinical team.
• Plans and facilitates conferences for the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Manages and evaluates quality of care and conducts supervisory patient visits.
• Evaluates patient care data and satisfaction surveys to identify trends and opportunities.
• Ensures compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Recruits, hires, and directs training and education for employees.
• Demonstrates leadership and maintains high employee satisfaction and low turnover.
• Maintains budget by ensuring productivity and service utilization.
• Functions as an alternate for the Administrator as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

RN Director of Nursing $6,000 Sign on Bonus

Job Category: Hospice

Requisition Number: RNDIR041997

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• Posted : September 10, 2026
• Full-Time

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St. Louis Caris
St. Louis Caris
2055 Craigshire Rd
Suite 220
Saint Louis, MO 63146, USA

St. Louis Caris
St. Louis Caris
2055 Craigshire Rd
Suite 220
Saint Louis, MO 63146, USA

Pay: $95,000 - $105,000 yearly Depending on Experience

Caris HealthcareDirector of Nursing, RNserves as a leader with overall clinical management of the hospice agency. The hallmarks of this position include ensuring high quality hospice care to each patient, developing people, process improvement, financial management, and business development.

Caris Healthcare’s mission is to provide hospice care with grace. Serving patients throughout the Southeast region, we support our team members, patients and their families with compassion, accountability, respect, integrity and service. If you are ready for a rewarding career with a company that offers employees a culture of integrity and excellence, consider joining the Caris Healthcare team.

At Caris, you will have a career, not just a job. Our mission driven culture is evident by our current employees and the impact made on patients and families. All Caris team members commit to The Better Way, a list of promises we make to each other and our customers. The Better Way commitment is reflected in the benefits we provide. Benefits include:

• Bonus Eligibility
• Eligible for benefits within 60 days
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision); health savings account
• Earned Time Off
• 401 (K) plan with company match
• Paid Training
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of patient care and supervision of the clinical team
• Plans and facilitates conferences for the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT)
• Manages and evaluates quality of care and makes supervisory patient visits with employees as appropriate
• Responsible for evaluating patient care data and satisfaction surveys to identify trends and address opportunities for improvement
• Ensures hospice agency and all clinical personnel are in compliance with regulations, policies, and procedures
• Recruits, hires, and directs training and education for employees
• Demonstrates leadership and management skills by maintaining high employee satisfaction and low employee turnover
• Maintains budget by ensuring productivity of employees and utilization of services
• Functions as an alternate for the Administrator as needed

Qualifications

• Current licensed RN in state of operation
• One (1) to three (3) years of healthcare experience: hospice, palliative care, oncology, or home health preferred
• Preferred management experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient computer and technology skills

If you see yourself a good fit and want to join our team apply today! Caris HealthCare is an affiliate of NHC. EOE

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Preferred

Training - Nursing Admin

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Registered Nurse

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