Hospice Director of Nursing; DON

Be the Heart of Hospice Leadership

Are you a compassionate RN leader ready to make a lasting impact? At Interim Health Care of Oklahoma City, we’re seeking a Hospice Director of Nursing who can combine clinical excellence with genuine compassion. This is your opportunity to mentor a dedicated team, grow a respected hospice program, and ensure every patient and family receives care that goes beyond expectations.

The Hospice Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the overall clinical leadership of our hospice program. This role ensures that we deliver high-quality care, mentor and support our nursing team, and grow our census while exceeding patient and family expectations. The DON is hands‑on, collaborative, and actively engaged in the community to educate referral sources about the hospice benefit.

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for the hospice team, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards.

• Mentor and coach hospice nurses, celebrate wins, provide constructive feedback, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

• Actively participate in census growth efforts by partnering with the marketing team on referral source visits and educational presentations.

• Monitor clinical quality indicators and ensure care is patient‑centered, timely, and consistent with hospice best practices.

• Step into the field as needed to support clinicians, assist with patient visits, and model excellent care delivery.

• Collaborate with the IDG (interdisciplinary group) to ensure effective care planning and communication.

• Drive team engagement and accountability, promoting a positive, supportive work environment.

• Ensure timely, accurate documentation and regulatory compliance for all patient care.

• Build strong relationships with community partners and referral sources to enhance program reputation and growth.

• Current RN license in the state of Oklahoma.

• Minimum 3–5 years of hospice experience; prior leadership/management experience required.

• Strong knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation for hospice.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.

• Passion for patient advocacy, quality care, and program growth.

• Ability to work collaboratively with marketing, operations, and clinical staff.

• High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to exceeding expectations.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Company‑provided life insurance and supplemental insurance options.

• Mileage reimbursement.

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

• Supportive leadership team that values innovation and initiative.

• A mission‑driven culture where patient care always comes first.

At Interim Health Care of Oklahoma City, we are passionate about providing exceptional, compassionate care to our patients and families. We believe in growing our hospice program with quality at the center of everything we do, and we are looking for a dynamic leader who shares that vision.