) Clinical Director, Hospice Operations
Position Summary
Hospice care is more than a service - it is a calling. It is a program designed to provide comprehensive comfort care while supporting families through some of life's most profound moments. At VNA Health Group, hospice means healing the family and comforting the patient in the best way possible. We are seeking an experienced, compassionate Clinical Director, Hospice Operations to lead our hospice clinical operations with purpose, integrity, and heart. This position covers North Brunswick, Tom's River and Neptune office branches.
This key leadership role oversees the day-to-day clinical performance of our hospice teams, providing direct support and performance coaching to Clinical Managers. The Director ensures every patient receives dignified, coordinated, and high-quality care in accordance with federal and state regulations, while cultivating a culture of excellence, empathy, and collaboration.
Why VNA Health Group?
With over 114 years of excellence in home and community-based healthcare, VNA Health Group is a trusted organization committed to moving healthcare forward. We believe hospice care must always be grounded in humanity and compassion - supporting patients to live with dignity and comfort through life's final chapter. Our supportive leadership team values innovation and integrity and empowers every team member to make a difference. As part of the VNA family, you'll help lead a program grounded in the principles of patient and family-centered care, spiritual and emotional support, interdisciplinary collaboration, and respect for life's final journey.
Position Highlights
โข Lead hospice operations with a focus on quality, compliance, and compassion
โข Coach and develop Clinical Managers, nurturing team resilience and excellence
โข Oversee delivery of patient and family-centered care, including medical, spiritual, and emotional support
โข Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless, coordinated service delivery
โข Drive continuous improvement in outcomes, satisfaction, and team engagement
What You Will Do
โข Oversee day-to-day operations across hospice branches, including budget and clinical performance
โข Provide direct leadership and coaching to Clinical Managers and support teams
โข Ensure care is delivered with dignity, compassion, and full regulatory compliance
โข Implement best practices to optimize service quality, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency
โข Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across nursing, physicians, social work, chaplaincy, aides, therapy, and bereavement support
โข Lead initiatives that strengthen staff development, retention, and growth
โข Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, CHAP, and payer regulations
โข Monitor metrics to ensure high standards of care and identify areas for enhancement
What You Will Need
โข Active NJ RN license; Bachelor's degree in Nursing required, MSN preferred
โข 10+ years of nursing experience, with 5+ years in clinical operations or hospice leadership
โข Expertise in hospice philosophy, compliance, and interdisciplinary care
โข Demonstrated success in staff development, performance coaching, and quality improvement
โข Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
โข Experience with budget management, accreditation, and financial analysis
What We Offer
โข 403B and 401a retirement plans
โข Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
โข Health, dental, and vision insurance
โข Robust clinical support and leadership development pathways
โข Employee referral and recognition programs
โข Public Service Loan Forgiveness Partner
Working Conditions/Physical Demand
Business office environment with phone and computer use. Travel to hospice sites and field engagement as needed.
Join VNA Health Group and help shape the future of hospice care.
In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the compensation range for this position is USD $120,000 to USD $146,000 When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.
VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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