Director of Nursing - Hospice

Title: Director of Nursing – Hospice
Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: Market competitive, negotiable based on experience and expectations

Job Summary

Safe Hands Home Health Care & Hospice is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) – Hospice to lead our hospice clinical operations. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that patients and families receive the highest quality end-of-life care in alignment with our mission to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to every home we serve.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospice leadership, deep clinical expertise, and a passion for guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care.

Why Join Safe Hands

For over 16 years, Safe Hands Home Health Care & Hospice has been a trusted name in compassionate, physician-driven home-based care across Michigan. Our supportive work culture, patient-first philosophy, and commitment to excellence make us a leading choice for professionals who want to make a meaningful difference in healthcare.

At Safe Hands, we believe our team members are our greatest strength — and we invest in their growth, well-being, and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily hospice clinical operations to ensure the highest standards of care delivery.

• Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team of RNs, LPNs, social workers, aides, and volunteers.

• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and hospice regulations, including CMS and accrediting body requirements.

• Develop, implement, and monitor quality improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to develop and manage individualized patient care plans.

• Manage clinical documentation accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

• Participate in budgeting, resource management, and strategic planning to maintain efficient operations.

• Serve as a patient and family advocate, ensuring dignity, respect, and compassionate communication.

• Support outreach and community engagement efforts to expand awareness of Safe Hands Hospice services.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan.

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of hospice experience, including 2 years in a leadership or management role.

• Strong understanding of hospice regulations, clinical standards, and best practices.

• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Experience managing multidisciplinary clinical teams.

• Proficiency with electronic health records (EMR) and documentation systems.

• Compassionate, mission-driven approach to patient care.

Background Screening

Safe Hands Home Health Care & Hospice conducts background screenings on all candidates through the Michigan LARA (Licensing and Regulatory Affairs) system upon acceptance of a contingent job offer.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Safe Hands Home Health Care & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.