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Patient Care Director Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

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Reporting directly to the Executive Director or Administrator, you will oversee patient care activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant hospice services. This leadership role ...

Patient Care Assistant

Beloit, WI · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

... directed • Assists patient with putting on slings/surgical shoes, provide crutch training if ... patient care experience required • Previous surgical setting experience preferred • CPR ...

Patient Care Assistant

Beloit, WI · On-site

$20.15 - $27.26/hr

... directed • Assists patient with putting on slings/surgical shoes, provide crutch training if ... patient care experience required • Previous surgical setting experience preferred • CPR ...

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$33.8K

$122.4K

$175.6K

How much do patient care director jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for patient care director in Wisconsin is $122,387.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,900.00 and $147,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Patient Care Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient Care Director, you need advanced clinical expertise, leadership experience, and typically a bachelor's or master's degree in nursing or healthcare administration, along with RN licensure. Familiarity with healthcare management systems, quality improvement tools, and regulatory compliance frameworks is crucial. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and conflict resolution skills set outstanding Patient Care Directors apart. These competencies are essential for ensuring high standards of patient care, efficient team management, and compliance with healthcare regulations.

How does a Patient Care Director typically collaborate with other healthcare leaders and departments?

A Patient Care Director works closely with other healthcare leaders such as nursing managers, medical directors, and administrative staff to ensure that patient care standards are consistently met across departments. This collaboration often involves participating in interdisciplinary meetings, developing and implementing care protocols, and addressing any operational challenges that arise. The role also requires regular communication with quality assurance teams to monitor patient outcomes and identify areas for improvement, fostering a culture of continuous quality enhancement throughout the organization.

What are Patient Care Directors?

Patient Care Directors are senior healthcare administrators responsible for overseeing patient care services within a hospital, clinic, or healthcare facility. They manage nursing and clinical staff, develop and implement care policies, and ensure that patients receive high-quality and safe care. Their role often includes budgeting, compliance with healthcare regulations, and collaborating with other hospital leaders to improve patient outcomes. Patient Care Directors typically have significant clinical experience and advanced degrees in nursing or healthcare administration.

What is the difference between Patient Care Director vs Patient Services Manager?

AspectPatient Care DirectorPatient Services Manager
CredentialsRN license, healthcare management experienceRN or healthcare-related degree, management experience
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, outpatient centers, clinics
ResponsibilitiesOversees patient care quality, staff coordination, policy implementationManages patient services, handles patient complaints, coordinates care delivery

The Patient Care Director focuses on overall care quality and staff management, while the Patient Services Manager handles day-to-day patient interactions and service delivery. Both roles require healthcare credentials and work in similar environments, but their scope and responsibilities differ.

What are the most commonly searched types of Patient Care jobs in Wisconsin? The most popular types of Patient Care jobs in Wisconsin are:
Director of Patient Care Services

Director of Patient Care Services

BRISTOL HOSPICE LLC

Waukesha, WI • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Bristol Hospice rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 41 rated hospices


Job description

Join our team at Bristol Hospice and take on the pivotal role of Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS). In this position, you will be responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services.
Why Bristol Hospice?
Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. For more information about Bristol Hospice, visitbristolhospice.comor follow us onLinkedIn.

Our Culture

Our culture is cultivated using the following values:

  • Integrity:We are honest and professional.
  • Trust:We count on each other.
  • Excellence:We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.
  • Accountability:We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
  • Mutual Respect:We treat others the way we want to be treated.

On an Average Day You Will:

(includes but not limited to)

  • Coordinate and oversee all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical organization personnel
  • Provide guidance and counseling to coordinators, case managers and Clinical Supervisors to assist them in continually improving all aspects of hospice care services, provided through organization personnel
  • Assist Clinical Supervisors in managing clinical teams and planning
  • Provide direction to case managers and clinical teams related to patient care delivery
  • Provide help in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient and family/caregiver care to all clinical personnel as indicated
  • Assist the Executive Director in the preparation and administration of the organization's budget
  • Interpret operational indicators to detect census changes and increases or decreases in volume that could impact staffing levels, revenues or expenses
  • Evaluate performance of Clinical Supervisors and/or case managers
  • Assist Clinical Supervisors to develop skills and techniques in evaluating the performance of clinicians
  • Hire, evaluate and terminate organization personnel
  • Conduct annual evaluations on clinicians, or more frequently, if indicated
  • Oversee the maintenance of patient clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities
  • Assure proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws
  • Responsible for the maintenance of adequate and appropriate inventory supplies and equipment for the provision of patient services
  • Develop, implement and evaluate the orientation program for new organization personnel
  • Responsible for orientation of new organization personnel, directly or delegated
  • Plan and implement in-service and continuing education programs to meet education and training needs of organization personnel
  • Assist with the evaluation of organization performance via quality assurance and performance improvement program, productivity, quarterly and annual reviews
  • Assure the quality and safe delivery of hospice services provided through the organization
  • Assist in the development of organization goals
  • Develop, recommend and administer organization policies and procedures
  • Assure compliance with all hospices related local, state and federal laws, including licensure and certification or organization personnel and maintain compliance to the CHAP Home Care standards
  • Stay informed about changes in the field of nursing and hospice care; share information with appropriate organization personnel
  • Promote hospice referrals in the health care community
  • In the absence of the Executive Director, the DPCS will become the acting Executive Director and will be vested with authority to act in behalf of the Executive Director
  • Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

Requirements:

  • Must be a registered nurse in the state, with current licensure to practice professional nursing
  • A bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing preferred. Equivalent leadership experience may be substituted for a degree.
    • California specific: Must have a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing preferred.
  • Must have one (1) year of management experience, hospice or related health care organization preferred.
  • Must meet state and federal requirements for the position
  • Must be flexible with working hours

Knowledge and Skills needed to be successful in role:

  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel
  • Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community
  • Possess excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills
  • Possess knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards

We Got the Perks:

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • PTO and Paid Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
  • HSA & 401(k) available
  • Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions
  • Advanced training programs
  • Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry

Join a Team that embraces the reverence of life!

EEOC Statement

Bristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.


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