Hospice RN Administrator in Carter Lake, IA
Job Description
Overview
Lead with Compassion. Serve with Purpose.
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a RN Hospice Administrator to join our leadership team. This role is ideal for a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with strong leadership experience in hospice care, home health, or clinical operations management.
If you’re a natural leader who is passionate about patient-centered care, team development, and clinical excellence, we invite you to bring your talent to a place where you can truly make a difference.
Key Responsibilities
• Direct overall hospice branch operations, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards (CMS, Medicare, Joint Commission, etc.)
• Provide clinical oversight and ensure timely and accurate documentation of hospice services
• Interview, hire, supervise, evaluate, and support interdisciplinary hospice staff including RN Clinical Managers, RNs, LPNs, social workers, chaplains, CNAs, and volunteers
• Oversee patient admissions and care planning, ensuring a smooth and efficient intake process
• Promote a culture of excellence in hospice nursing, end-of-life care, and family support
• Conduct performance evaluations, assign workloads fairly, and address employee concerns
• Lead continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts and maintain survey readiness
• Monitor financial performance: manage expenses, payroll, supply costs, and budgeting while driving branch revenue growth through census development, referral management, and efficient resource utilization
• Maintain strong relationships with physicians, referral sources, and the broader community
About You
• Current RN license in the state of employment (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field (preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in hospice, home health, or healthcare operations leadership
• Strong understanding of hospice regulations, compliance, and Medicare conditions of participation
• Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and interdisciplinary operations
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate care for patients and families
We Offer
Benefits For All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem)
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced healthcare leader looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Join a team that values compassion, leadership, and meaningful work—when life matters most.
Legalese
• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace
Related Job Titles
RN Branch Director, RN Branch Manager, Hospice Branch Director, Executive Director, RN Executive Director, RN Administrator, Hospice Administrator, Hospice Executive Director, Hospice Branch Director, Director of Operations, DON, Director of Nursing, Director of Clinical Operations, Home Health Administrator, Home Health Director
ReqID: 2025-131381
Category: Branch Admin and Clerical
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice
Lead with Compassion. Serve with Purpose.
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a RN Hospice Administrator to join our leadership team. This role is ideal for a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with strong leadership experience in hospice care, home health, or clinical operations management.
If you’re a natural leader who is passionate about patient-centered care, team development, and clinical excellence, we invite you to bring your talent to a place where you can truly make a difference.
Key Responsibilities
• Direct overall hospice branch operations, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards (CMS, Medicare, Joint Commission, etc.)
• Provide clinical oversight and ensure timely and accurate documentation of hospice services
• Interview, hire, supervise, evaluate, and support interdisciplinary hospice staff including RN Clinical Managers, RNs, LPNs, social workers, chaplains, CNAs, and volunteers
• Oversee patient admissions and care planning, ensuring a smooth and efficient intake process
• Promote a culture of excellence in hospice nursing, end-of-life care, and family support
• Conduct performance evaluations, assign workloads fairly, and address employee concerns
• Lead continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts and maintain survey readiness
• Monitor financial performance: manage expenses, payroll, supply costs, and budgeting while driving branch revenue growth through census development, referral management, and efficient resource utilization
• Maintain strong relationships with physicians, referral sources, and the broader community
About You
• Current RN license in the state of employment (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field (preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in hospice, home health, or healthcare operations leadership
• Strong understanding of hospice regulations, compliance, and Medicare conditions of participation
• Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and interdisciplinary operations
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate care for patients and families
We Offer
Benefits For All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem)
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced healthcare leader looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Join a team that values compassion, leadership, and meaningful work—when life matters most.
Legalese
• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace
Related Job Titles
RN Branch Director, RN Branch Manager, Hospice Branch Director, Executive Director, RN Executive Director, RN Administrator, Hospice Administrator, Hospice Executive Director, Hospice Branch Director, Director of Operations, DON, Director of Nursing, Director of Clinical Operations, Home Health Administrator, Home Health Director
ReqID: 2025-131381
Category: Branch Admin and Clerical
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Employment Type
Full-time
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Years of Experience
ManagerDirector
Work Setting
In-person
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About Gentiva
Gentiva is a leading provider of compassionate care services, including hospice, palliative, and home health care, with over 550 locations across 38 states. They offer personalized care to individuals recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, as well as those with serious or terminal illnesses, in the comfort of their own homes.