HOSPICE Director of Patient Care Services
Company: Lakeview Hospice
Location: Burbank
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: 120000-140000 We are
seeking a dedicated and experienced Hospice Director of Patient
Care Services to lead our clinical team in providing compassionate,
high-quality end-of-life care. The ideal candidate will possess
extensive knowledge of hospice care, acute and home health
services, and demonstrate exceptional leadership in managing
patient-centered care programs. This role offers an opportunity to
make a meaningful difference in patients' lives by overseeing
clinical operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare
regulations, and fostering a collaborative team environment. The
Director will be responsible for maintaining excellence in patient
care delivery while managing operational and administrative
functions within the hospice setting. Duties Provide strategic
leadership and oversight of all patient care services, ensuring
adherence to hospice standards, Medicare regulations, and state
licensing requirements. Supervise nursing staff and
interdisciplinary team members, including nurse managers and case
managers, fostering professional development and maintaining high
performance standards. Develop, implement, and evaluate
individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs,
ensuring comprehensive symptom management and quality of life
improvements. Monitor patient progress through regular review of
medical records, documentation accuracy, and compliance with HIPAA
privacy regulations. Oversee shift management to ensure adequate
staffing coverage across all hours of operation while maintaining
optimal patient monitoring and safety protocols. Manage
departmental budgets, resource allocation, and operational
efficiencies to support sustainable service delivery. Collaborate
with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare
professionals to coordinate holistic patient care approaches.
Ensure staff compliance with medical terminology standards,
physiology and anatomy knowledge requirements, and documentation
review procedures for accurate case management. Requirements Proven
experience in critical care environments such as hospice care, home
health, assisted living facilities, or acute care settings.
Demonstrated supervisory experience with a strong background in
nurse management and team leadership within healthcare
organizations. Extensive knowledge of EMR (Electronic Medical
Records) systems for documentation review and patient record
management. Familiarity with Medicare regulations related to
hospice services and reimbursement processes. Strong understanding
of medical terminology, physiology, and anatomy relevant to
end-of-life care. Experience managing shift schedules effectively
to ensure continuous patient monitoring and safety. Ability to
develop comprehensive care plans aligned with best practices in
hospice and case management principles. Knowledge of HIPAA
compliance standards for safeguarding patient information across
all documentation activities. Excellent leadership skills with a
focus on fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes
quality improvement and compassionate care delivery. Join us as we
lead the way in providing exceptional hospice services that honor
the dignity of each person, ensuring comfort, respect, and
personalized support at every stage of their journey.
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