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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, • 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 Location: Gentiva Hospice Our Company: At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include: • Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon, • Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care, • Home health care: Heartland Home Health, • Advanced illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated. 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

RN Clinical Supervisor Office Location: 9249 Northpark Drive, Johnston IA 50131 Schedule: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Are you a RN Clinical Supervisor looking for a new opportunity? Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice Clinical Supervisor to join our team in Johnston, IA. This role ensures high-quality patient care by overseeing hospice staff, coordinating services, and guiding clinical decisions. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and leader, with a passion for providing exceptional end-of-life care. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! How YOU will benefit • Deep Personal Fulfillment: You make a difference in people’s lives during one of their most vulnerable times., • Leadership development: Refine your leadership, mentoring, and decision-making skills., • Clinical Growth: Sharpens your ability to evaluate care quality, interpret diagnoses, and stay deeply involved in patient care., • Team Impact: Help clinicians grow professionally and create a strong team culture. As a RN Clinical Supervisor You will: • Review new patient referrals and determine care needs; assign appropriate hospice staff., • Support and guide clinical staff through home visits, case reviews, and real-time consultations., • Help develop patient care plans, set treatment goals, and prioritize care., • Lead and participate in team case conferences to ensure coordinated, holistic care., • Conduct regular chart audits and provide feedback for quality improvement., • Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training of clinical team members., • Support staff development and continuing education programs., • Assist in policy development and uphold professional care standards., • Engage in community outreach and promote the hospice’s mission and services., • 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 Qualifications • Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state., • Graduate of NLN accredited school of nursing with a BSN degree is preferred., • Previous experience in hospice/home care setting and with two (2) years management or supervisory experience, • 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., • Complies and maintains current CPR certification. About our Line of Business At Hospice of the Midwest, our primary ambition is to bring first-class care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Hospice of the Midwest, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have expert clinicians and caregivers on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, please visit . Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Job Description Overview Office Location: Iowa Coverage area: Iowa Schedule: Full time Are you a driven and compassionate leader with a passion for growing meaningful healthcare services? Hospice of the Midwest in Iowa is searching for a Director of Business Development to lead growth initiatives that help deliver quality end-of-life care to patients and families. Through purposeful marketing and relationship-building, the Director of Business Development plays a key role in growing hospice services and fostering long-term community trust and sustainability. If you're looking for a fulfilling role where your strategic vision and heart for service come together to grow compassionate end-of-life care, we encourage you to apply today. How YOU will benefit • Make a meaningful impact by expanding access to compassionate end-of-life care, • Enjoy a mission-driven, supportive work environment, • Gain experience in sales, marketing, and team management, • Competitive salary with performance-based incentives, • Autonomy and flexibility to lead strategic growth efforts in your community As a Director of Business Development, You will: • Provide leadership and support to marketing liaisons across the state, • Oversee training, onboarding, and ongoing development of outreach staff, • Develop strategic marketing plans to meet growth targets and referral goals, • Monitor market trends, competitors, and referral patterns to guide sales efforts, • Maintain strong knowledge of hospice philosophy, compliance, and regulations, • Collaborate with internal teams to align outreach with patient and partner needs, • Ensure adherence to all applicable legal and regulatory requirements 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 Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field, • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in hospice and/or home health marketing, • At least 2 years in marketing leadership or management roles, • Demonstrated success in creating and executing strategic marketing plans that drive growth

Position Summary The Associate Medical Director is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Associate Medical Director assumes responsibility for the medical component of the assigned Interdisciplinary Team. S/he does not replace the patient's primary physician but serves in a consultative, supportive role. S/he functions as a liaison between the medical community and Compassus. The Associate Medical Director provides support to both corporate and program staff, intercedes with attending physicians and facilities, and provides community and physician education and development. Position Specific Responsibilities • Assumes responsibility for the medical component of the assigned Interdisciplinary (IDT)., • Develops proficiency in Clinical Services activities including, but not limited to, Medicare/Medicaid regulations, corporate policies, provider contracts, and quality improvement., • Makes determination regarding admission to hospice while considering the primary, terminal condition, related diagnosis(es), current subjective and objective medical findings, current medication and treatment orders, and information about the medical management of any of the patient’s conditions unrelated to the terminal illness., • Provides written certification and composes narrative statement of eligibility (after determination of appropriateness) that it is anticipated that the patient’s life expectancy is six months or less if the illness runs its normal course., • Provides medical guidance and expertise in decisions regarding patient care., • Attends and participates in weekly IDT meetings., • Reviews clinical information and composes narrative statement of eligibility before the recertification period for each patient, and participates in recertification at appropriate intervals as specified by law., • Meets the general medical needs of the patients to the extent that these needs are not met by the attending physician., • Consults with the interdisciplinary team during a crisis situation when primary physician cannot be reached., • Makes home visits to hospice patients if needed., • Functions as liaison between the medical community and the hospice., • Offers insight from the medical community to the hospice staff., • Consults with patient’s primary physician regarding appropriateness of specific treatments and procedures., • Assists with physician and facility communication and public relations., • Actively collaborates regarding the QAPI activities of the agency., • Develops recommendations for resolution for the PIP resulting in agency intervention., • Inputs into policy/procedure formulation., • Performs other duties as assigned. Education and/or Experience • Ph.D. Medical Degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine required., • Hospice and/or palliative care experience required. Skills • Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage., • Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications., • Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy. Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations • An active and unencumbered licensed Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopath in the state(s) of employment required. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization. At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Job Description Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager West Des Moines, IA This caring hospice organization recognizes the significance of each precious, end-of-life journey. We will do all we can to provide an empowering hospice experience to each patient we have the privilege of working with. We are seeking a talented Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager for 40 hours per week. Job Summary: The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education and experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities. Responsibilities: • Completes an initial, comprehensive, and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness., • Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process., • Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by:, • Writing and initiating plan of care, • Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs, • Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary, • Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change., • Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis., • Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process., • Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care., • Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs., • Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan., • Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care., • Acts as RN Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload., • Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy., • Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available., • Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required., • Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes., • Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments., • Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate., • Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required., • Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan., • Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group., • Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient., • Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care., • Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver., • A passion for hospice care and the ability to build relationships with both patients and their family members., • The ability to work efficiently with little direct supervision., • A valid driver's license and an insured automobile that is in good working order., • 1-2 years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting (required). 1-2 years of recent home care experience (preferred). We're excited to train RN's that are passionate about hospice care., • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing., • Understands hospice philosophy, secure with issues of death/dying. Comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill., • Displays empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and impaired., • Excellent compensation, • The opportunity to work 1-1 with our patients, impacting their life and their families., • Two medical plan choices, • Dental, vision and life insurance benefits, • Tuition reimbursement, • Customized Mental Health Support Program, • Employee Assistance Program, • Paid time off and paid holidays, • 401k Retirement Plan with up to 4% employer matching, • Flexible Spending Account (FSA), • Monday – Friday; 8a-5p with some on-call and weekend rotation., • $75,000 - $85,000 per/year, • All-in-one smart phone with keyboard attachment, • Necessary supplies

Job Description Overview RN Clinical Supervisor Office Location: 9249 Northpark Drive, Johnston IA 50131 Schedule: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Are you a RN Clinical Supervisor looking for a new opportunity? Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice Clinical Supervisor to join our team in Johnston, IA. This role ensures high-quality patient care by overseeing hospice staff, coordinating services, and guiding clinical decisions. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and leader, with a passion for providing exceptional end-of-life care. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! How YOU will benefit • Deep Personal Fulfillment: You make a difference in people’s lives during one of their most vulnerable times., • Leadership development: Refine your leadership, mentoring, and decision-making skills., • Clinical Growth: Sharpens your ability to evaluate care quality, interpret diagnoses, and stay deeply involved in patient care., • Team Impact: Help clinicians grow professionally and create a strong team culture. As a RN Clinical Supervisor You will: • Review new patient referrals and determine care needs; assign appropriate hospice staff., • Support and guide clinical staff through home visits, case reviews, and real-time consultations., • Help develop patient care plans, set treatment goals, and prioritize care., • Lead and participate in team case conferences to ensure coordinated, holistic care., • Conduct regular chart audits and provide feedback for quality improvement., • Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training of clinical team members., • Support staff development and continuing education programs., • Assist in policy development and uphold professional care standards., • Engage in community outreach and promote the hospice’s mission and services., • 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 Qualifications • Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state., • Graduate of NLN accredited school of nursing with a BSN degree is preferred., • Previous experience in hospice/home care setting and with two (2) years management or supervisory experience, • 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., • Complies and maintains current CPR certification.

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