RN Clinical Director – Hospice

RN Clinical Director – Hospice

Location: Albuquerque, NM (greater metro service area)
Employment Type: Full-time, exempt
Compensation: $105,000 – $110,000 per year
Bonus: $7,500 sign-on/retention bonus

Position Overview

Our client is a mission-driven hospice organization serving patients in the greater Albuquerque, New Mexico area and seeking an experienced RN Clinical Director to lead branch-level clinical operations and support high-quality, patient-centered end-of-life care. This role oversees the interdisciplinary team, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives clinical quality outcomes while mentoring nurses and other clinical staff in a fast-paced hospice environment.

The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer; compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position, with final compensation confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.

About the Role

• Lead day-to-day hospice clinical operations for the Albuquerque branch, ensuring safe, high-quality, and compliant patient care across the assigned service area.
• Provide clinical and operational leadership to the interdisciplinary team (RNs, LPNs, social workers, chaplains, aides, and other team members) with an emphasis on collaboration and patient/family satisfaction.
• Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized plans of care, aligning practice with organizational policies, hospice standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support clinical staff, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluation for nursing and other clinical team members.
• Coordinate and oversee all direct and indirect patient services provided by the hospice clinical team, including admissions, routine home care, respite, continuous care, and general inpatient care as applicable.
• Lead or participate in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings, ensuring cohesive care planning, timely documentation, and effective communication with physicians and other providers.
• Monitor quality metrics, clinical outcomes, and patient satisfaction; support ongoing quality and performance-improvement efforts and implement corrective action plans as needed.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and accreditation standards for hospice care, including documentation, infection control, and agency policies and procedures.
• Serve as a clinical resource for field staff, assisting with complex cases, symptom management, and family/caregiver support when escalation is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care preferred.
• Registered Nurse with a current state license to practice as a professional nurse in New Mexico (or eligibility to obtain).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a nurse, including:
  • At least 1 year of full-time experience providing direct patient care in a hospice, home health, or oncology setting, and
  • 1 year of supervisory experience in hospice or home health care preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of terminal care, including crisis intervention, pain and symptom control, clinical bedside nursing, and family counseling.
• Demonstrated ability to execute a supportive, sensitive approach to staff and patient/family needs.
• Computer proficiency, including accurate typing skills and experience with EMR and common software applications.
• Current CPR certification (if required by state).
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable access to dependable transportation.

Schedule and Expectations

• Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, standard business hours, with flexibility to support occasional after-hours needs and agency requirements.
• Participation in on-call rotation or leadership support for after-hours staff as needed, per agency policy.

What This Opportunity Offers

• Competitive salary in the $105,000 – $110,000 range, aligned with experience and scope of responsibilities.
• $7,500 bonus structure tied to defined employment milestones (details provided during the offer process).
• Mission-focused environment with a strong emphasis on compassionate, dignified end-of-life care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous quality improvement.
• Opportunity to shape branch-level clinical operations in the Albuquerque market, mentor an experienced team, and influence quality and patient experience across the service area.