Registered Nurse (RN) - Director Palliative
Gentiva
Houston, TX

Lead with Compassion. Drive Excellence. Transform Palliative Care.

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Palliative Care – RN to join our team. This role reports directly to the VP of Palliative Care and is responsible for the overall clinical and financial operations of the Palliative Care Program. The Director ensures high standards of patient care, compliance with regulatory requirements, and operational and financial success while leading a team of dedicated professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all clinical and financial operations of the Palliative Care Program.

• Establish, implement, and evaluate goals and objectives that support quality patient care and sound financial performance.

• Meet and exceed growth and development targets at the branch level.

• Manage program expenditures in a fiscally responsible manner within budget guidelines.

• Recruit, employ, and oversee qualified palliative care staff, ensuring effective delegation, supervision, and evaluation.

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, Medicare guidelines, and company policies.

• Foster collaboration with Nurse Practitioners, Medical Directors, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver seamless patient-centered care.

• Represent and promote palliative care services in the community to drive growth, engagement, and awareness.

• Coordinate quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives with data collection and reporting.

Essential Clinical Functions (RN)

• Provide skilled nursing care in collaboration with NP/MD as needed.

• Assess patients’ symptoms and provide education and support to families and caregivers.

• Participate in on-call services and ensure responsive, clinically competent patient care.

• Maintain expertise in pain and symptom management, documenting all care accurately in the EMR.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with prior Home Health, Hospice, and/or Palliative Care experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Business Administration, or related field (required).

• Master’s degree in Business or related field (preferred).

• Minimum of 2 years of healthcare administration/operations management.

• CHPN (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification preferred.

• Prior budget development and financial management experience required.

• Strong understanding of Medicare/Medicaid and commercial insurance billing and reimbursement.

Skills and Competencies

• Proven leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong knowledge of patient-centered care delivery and engagement models.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, EMR systems, and mobile technology.

• Ability to travel as needed, with reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance.

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)

Apply Today
If you are a compassionate and results-driven nursing leader ready to advance palliative care, we encourage you to apply today and join us in shaping the future of patient-centered care.

• 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

At Empatia, part of 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.