Executive Director

Executive Director – Hospice

Carmel, IN | Full-Time

We're seeking an Executive Director to lead our growing Carmel hospice branch. With approximately 30 patients and momentum building, you'll have significant runway for expansion. This role offers full P&L ownership, the chance to build your own team, and autonomy to shape the branch's culture and growth strategy—with strong executive support but without micromanagement.

The right candidate is a self-directed leader who thrives on accountability and wants to run a branch as their own.

Branch Operations & Growth

• Full accountability for branch operations, budget, and performance
• Drive census growth and execute referral development strategies
• Build scalable workflows and operational systems

Clinical Quality & Compliance

• Oversee admissions, care planning, and clinical operations
• Ensure compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation and state licensure
• Lead survey preparation and maintain quality metrics

Team & Culture

• Recruit, develop, and retain clinical and administrative staff
• Build a high-performing, mission-driven team culture
• Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development

Community Presence

• Represent the organization within the local healthcare community
• Develop referral relationships with hospitals, physicians, SNFs, and community partners

• 3+ years of hospice or palliative care experience, including clinical leadership
• Registered Nurse (RN) with active, unrestricted license
• 1+ year of management experience in a hospice home care setting
• Strong knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation and hospice regulations
• Experience with budgeting and operational leadership
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance
• Preferred: BSN or Master's degree in Nursing Leadership, Healthcare Administration, or related field; CPR certification.

• Base Salary: $130,000–$135,000 (flexibility based on experience)
• Annual Bonus: Up to 30%, performance-based, paid quarterly
• Time Off: 20 days PTO, 5 sick days, 8 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) with 4% match; mileage reimbursement ($0.67/mile); tuition reimbursement; wellness and professional development programs.

• Existing patient base with momentum—not a cold start
• True branch ownership with direct financial accountability
• Quarterly bonus tied to your performance
• Build your own team and shape the branch culture
• Strong executive support without micromanagement