Office Location: Palatka, FL
Coverage area: Palatka, FL

Schedule:  M-F 8am-5pm

Are you a clinical hospice leader looking for a new opportunity? Haven Hospice is seeking a passionate, dedicated Director of Clinical Operations to join our team in Palatka, FL. This role is ideal for a compassionate, strategic leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality end-of-life care while driving clinical excellence and operational success. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!    

How YOU will benefit     

• Broaden Skill Set: Gain expertise in organization development, regulatory compliance, team management, and performance improvement.  

• Impactful Work: Ensure patients receive compassionate, quality end-of-life care. 

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Build strong cross-functional leadership experience.  

• Mentorship & Team Development: Opportunities to coach and develop clinical supervisors and nursing staff, leaving a legacy of strong leadership.  

As a Director of Clinical Operations, You will:      

• Oversees all patient care services provided by the hospice team. 

• Supports and advises nursing supervisors to help improve patient care. 

• Assists with patient care planning and evaluation as needed. 

• Helps prepare and manage the hospice’s budget. 

• Monitors patient volume to adjust staffing and resources accordingly. 

• Evaluates the performance of nursing supervisors and helps them evaluate their teams. 

• Hires, evaluates, and, when necessary, terminates staff. 

• Conducts regular performance reviews for clinical staff. 

• Ensures patient records are accurate and meet legal requirements. 

• Manages supplies and equipment needed for patient care. 

• Develops and oversees training programs for new staff. 

• Plans ongoing education and training. 

• Monitors and improves the quality and safety of hospice services. 

• Helps set goals and create policies for the organization. 

• Ensures the hospice complies with all laws and certification standards. 

• Keeps up with changes in hospice care and shares updates with the team. 

• Promotes hospice services within the healthcare community. 

• Serves as acting Executive Director when the main director is unavailable. 

Benefits and Perks for You!     

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance    

• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)    

• Tuition discounts & reimbursement    

• 401(k) with company match    

• Generous PTO    

• Mileage reimbursement  

• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!    

*Benefits may vary by employment status    

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing. Master’s degree in hospice preferred. 

• Three years of management experience in a hospice or related health care organization 

• Registered nurse in the State with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State. 

• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or Organization requirements and is in good working order. 

• Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel. 

• Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community. 

• Has excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills. 

• Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards. 

“This position is subject to a Level 2 background screening. For more information on the Florida state background screening process and standards, please access and review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

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