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RN Director of Clinical Services

Gentiva

Palm Desert, CAFull-time$120–125K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$120–125K/yr
Location
Palm Desert, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Registered Nurse LicenseNursing Licensure Compact LicenseCPR CertificationValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Director of Patient Care Services reports to the AVP of Operations and oversees patient care activities for assigned hospice markets. The role develops associates, supports regulatory compliance, and helps ensure quality patient care. Responsibilities include coordinating visit requests, responding to referrals and medical concerns, facilitating interdisciplinary group reviews, and mentoring new-hire clinicians during hospice visits.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Clinical JudgmentMedical TriageInterdisciplinary Care CoordinationPatient Care

Qualifications

Accredited Nursing School GraduateThree Years Direct Patient CareTwo Years Hospice or Home-Based CareOne Year Management ExperienceRegistered Nurse LicenseNursing Licensure Compact LicenseCPR CertificationValid Driver's LicenseAcceptable Motor Vehicle RecordReliable Insured Vehicle AccessCurrent Automobile InsuranceBachelor's Degree in Nursing

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Lead Clinical Excellence. Deliver Compassionate Care. Transform Hospice Services.

We are seeking a Director of Patient Care Services who reports to the AVP of Operations and is responsible for maintaining a high performing hospice program including managing, overseeing and directing patient care activities to ensure the delivery of quality patient care for assigned markets. This role is responsible for teaching, evaluating, and developing associates and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Overseeing and managing rescheduled, declined, missed, and reassigned visit requests, including making decisions as to priority and staffing based on clinical judgment for assigned markets.

  • Responding to phone referrals/inquiries in a timely, professional and compassionate manner, including triage of medical concerns within scope of practice.

  • Preparing for, serving on and facilitating the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), as assigned, including presiding over IDG, presentation of patients for review, coordination of minutes, review of patient charts to note and address any changes to patient condition and/or the plan of care, and soliciting input from various care team members.

  • Acting as a role model and providing high interaction with new hire clinicians during hospice visits.

About You

Education/Experience:

  • Graduate of accredited school of nursing; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred

  • At least three years’ experience of direct patient care and two years’ experience in hospice or home-based care setting.

  • Minimum of one year management experience preferred.

  • In instances where state-specific requirements differ, state rules apply and supersede these requirements (see state-specific section)

License/Certification/Agreements:

  • Current Registered Nurse licensure in state of residence and requested employment

  • Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) Licensure

  • CPR Certification

  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable Motor Vehicle Record, daily access to reliable insured vehicle, and current automobile insurance

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's geographic location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, of which base pay is just one component.

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $125,000.00

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 today to lead compassionate care initiatives and transform the hospice experience for patients and families.

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

ReqID: 2026-144540 Category: Single Site Ops and Clinical Leadership Position Type: Full-Time Company: Gentiva Hospice

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