Hospice Director of Nursing

Job Details:

Job Location: Valeo - Murray, UT, Salary Range: Undisclosed, About Fortis Health Fortis Health is a clinician-led organization supporting high-quality home health and hospice agencies across multiple states. Our family of companies includes Select Home Health and Hospice (IN) and Valeo Home Health (UT) both agencies known for dependable, patient-focused care.

About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Hospice Director of Nursing (DON) to lead and support clinical nursing services across our hospice agency. In this role, you will oversee all clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. You will provide leadership, guidance, and professional development to clinical staff while monitoring performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting accountability.

Responsibilities Lead and oversee all hospice clinical operations and nursing staff Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accrediting regulations Manage staffing, performance evaluations, training, and staff development Oversee patient assessments, plans of care, documentation, and discharge planning Ensure coordination of care across all disciplines Monitor quality outcomes, patient safety, and infection control practices Address and resolve patient, family, and agency concerns Develop, implement, and maintain clinical policies and procedures Participate in agency planning, growth initiatives, and community outreach Maintain patient confidentiality and professional standards Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Physical

Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer/tablet Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use fingers to operate a computer and telephone Disclaimer: This description reflects the general nature and level of work for the Hospice Director of Nursing position. It is not exhaustive, and responsibilities, duties, or qualifications may evolve with the organization or regulatory requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement Fortis Health is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates.

Fortis Health prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Fortis Health conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Qualifications

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice (required). Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related field (required); BSN preferred. Minimum of (1) year of management or supervisory experience in a clinical setting (required). Minimum of (2) years of Director of Nursing experience in hospice or home health (required). Minimum of (5) years of hospice clinical experience (required).