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Director of Clinical Operations (RN) Lead with Compassion. Drive Clinical Excellence. Make a Difference. Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Clinical Operations (RN) to lead our growing clinical team. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong nurse leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional hospice care, mentoring clinicians, and ensuring operational excellence. As a clinician-owned and operated hospice organization , we pride ourselves on creating a supportive, collaborative culture where employees are valued and empowered to provide the highest level of care to patients and families during life's most important moments. If you're a dedicated hospice professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to meet you. Responsibilities • Provide leadership and oversight of all direct and indirect patient care services delivered by the interdisciplinary team. • Collaborate with the Clinical Team Coordinator to ensure high-quality patient care and positive patient outcomes. • Lead interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings, facilitating care plan discussions, problem-solving, and team collaboration. • Recruit, hire, supervise, mentor, and evaluate clinical team members. • Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation. • Monitor compliance with federal, state, Medicare, accreditation, and agency standards. • Partner with the Compliance Department to identify educational needs and implement staff training initiatives. • Conduct regular visits to contracted facilities to maintain strong relationships and provide education and support. • Monitor operational expenses, including payroll, supply costs, mileage reimbursement, and budget-related expenditures. • Support quality improvement initiatives and promote a culture of clinical excellence. Qualifications Required • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Jersey. • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance. • Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or community health. • Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience . • Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, end-of-life care, symptom management, and interdisciplinary care planning. • Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to effectively support staff while providing exceptional service to patients and families. Preferred • Previous hospice leadership or management experience. • Experience overseeing interdisciplinary clinical teams. • Knowledge of quality assurance and regulatory compliance programs. Benefits & Perks At Vitality Hospice, we invest in our employees because we know great care starts with a great team. • Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses • 401(k) with company match • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays • Mileage reimbursement • Employee referral bonus program • Tapcheck (on-demand pay access) • Pet Insurance • Professional development and career growth opportunities • Team appreciation events • Positive, supportive, clinician-led work culture Why Vitality Hospice? • Clinician-owned and operated organization • Supportive leadership team that values employee feedback • Collaborative interdisciplinary approach to care • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients and families • Growing organization with advancement opportunities If you're a compassionate RN leader ready to inspire a team, elevate patient care, and grow your career with a respected hospice organization, we encourage you to apply today. Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In Person Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional after-hours support as needed for clinical operations.