Posted 1mo ago

Hospice Director of Nursing (DON)

@ Aperture
West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Oversee nursing staff, Ensure compliance with regulations, Manage staffing and training
Requirements Summary:RN license in state of practice; BSN preferred; 1+ year management experience; 2+ years as Hospice DON; 5+ years hospice clinical experience.
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Job Description

Company Overview

Select Home Health & Hospice (A Fortis Health Company) is a clinician-led and operated skilled home health care agency serving central Indiana. We provide expert nursing and therapy services designed to improve health, independence, and quality of life—all within the comfort of your own home.

Our highly trained clinicians are compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering exceptional care with integrity and excellence. At Select Home Health & Hospice, we believe in putting patients first: “Select the best for your health!”

Want to learn more about us? Check out our website: Home - Fortis

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Hospice Director of Nursing (DON) to lead and support clinical nursing services across our hospice agency. In this role, you will oversee all clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. You will provide leadership, guidance, and professional development to clinical staff while monitoring performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting accountability.

Responsibilities

 

  • Lead and oversee all hospice clinical operations and nursing staff

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accrediting regulations

  • Manage staffing, performance evaluations, training, and staff development

  • Oversee patient assessments, plans of care, documentation, and discharge planning

  • Ensure coordination of care across all disciplines

  • Monitor quality outcomes, patient safety, and infection control practices

  • Address and resolve patient, family, and agency concerns

  • Develop, implement, and maintain clinical policies and procedures

  • Participate in agency planning, growth initiatives, and community outreach

  • Maintain patient confidentiality and professional standards

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer/tablet
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
  • Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use fingers to operate a computer and telephone

Disclaimer:

This description reflects the general nature and level of work for the Hospice Director of Nursing position. It is not exhaustive, and responsibilities, duties, or qualifications may evolve with the organization or regulatory requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fortis Health is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Fortis Health prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fortis Health conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.