• Executive Director Specialist RN

    Gentiva (St. Louis, MO)


    Overview

     

    Lead with clinical compassion and operational excellence across multiple hospice locations

     

    At Gentiva, we know that strong clinical leadership ensures compassionate care reaches every patient, every day. As an Executive Director Specialist – RN, you’ll serve as the operational and clinical leader in our hospice locations across the region. You’ll ensure compliance, lead quality initiatives, and support teams in delivering best-in-class care during times of leadership transition.

     

    This is a fully travel-based position, reporting to the AVP of Operations, designed for a nurse leader with the flexibility and skill to manage hospice operations while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and organizational standards.

    What You’ll Do as Executive Director Specialist – RN:

    + Serve as the Administrator on record at assigned hospice agencies

    + Oversee the day-to-day operations including staffing, compliance, patient services, and performance improvement

    + Drive clinical quality and ensure services meet Medicare Conditions of Participation, state hospice regulations, and Gentiva standards

    + Lead, coach, and support hospice care teams to meet patient-centered goals

    + Manage operational budgets with full P&L responsibility

    + Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to ensure smooth transitions and sustainable team performance

    + Travel up to 100% throughout the region to provide onsite leadership

     

    About You

    Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

    + Registered Nurse (RN) with current license in the state of residence

    + 3–5 years of leadership or sales/management experience, preferably in hospice or healthcare

    + Experience with Medicaid/Medicare regulations and reimbursement

    + Strong understanding of hospice operations and regulatory compliance

    + Able to work independently and travel frequently

    + Effective communicator with strong decision-making and time management skills

    + Highly proficient with technology and digital platforms

    + Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and commitment to quality care

    Preferred Experience (Not Required):

    + Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted

     

    We Offer

    Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

    + 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)

     

    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

     

    Keywords: _Hospice RN Executive Director_ , _Hospice leadership RN_ , _Traveling RN hospice administrator_ , _Hospice operations nurse leader_

     

    ReqID: 2025-127053

    Category: Multi Site Ops and Clinical Leadership

    Position Type: Full-Time

    Company: Gentiva