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This on-site opportunity in Arizona, Nevada, Utah or Colorado is a 6-to-12-week paid leadership development program for future home health and/or hospice clinical leaders.
Cornerstone, part of The Pennant Group family, is currently seeking entrepreneurial-minded leaders with proven results in building and leading exceptional clinical teams – and has a passion for the home health, hospice and home care industry. Join us in making an impact and shaping the future of home healthcare!
About the Opportunity:
The CCO-in-Training (CCIT) Program is a 12-week, full time paid executive training program designed to prepare outstanding leaders for an opportunity to lead and manage clinical services and teams in a home health and/or hospice setting. CCITs learn how to drive results, cultivate a strong team culture, and develop a deep understanding of the unique business model that powers Pennant’s success.
As a CCIT, you will gain hands-on practical experience in operations related to financial, clinical quality, compliance, business development and people leadership skills to equip you to take on a more strategic and elevated Director of Clinical Services (DCS) position.
Required Clinical Qualifications:
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse RN license in the state where services are rendered. Must maintain all applicable licensure requirements at hire, and throughout the entire duration of employment.
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in home health and/or hospice is required.
- Current nationally accredited CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and a safe driving record.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the ethical and professional standards established by the applicable nursing licensure board.
Leadership & Professional Attributes:
- Genuine desire to pursue a clinical leadership career and develop into a Director of Clinical Services (DCS) role.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and ownership in professional responsibilities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust, inspire others, and foster positive relationships.
- Learning agility and coachability, including the ability to seek, receive, and apply feedback for continuous improvement.
- Ability to adapt to change, navigate ambiguity, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Alignment with Pennant's CAPLICO core values and commitment to a culture of local leadership, ownership, accountability, and growth.
Program Expectations:
- Willingness and ability to relocate based on available opportunities and business needs upon successful completion of the program.
- Ability to travel throughout the program for training, shadowing experiences, and leadership development events.
- Commitment to fully engage in all program requirements, including classroom learning, operational training, mentoring, field experiences, and leadership development activities.
Compensation: $90,000–$120,000 during the training program. Salary may be renegotiated upon successful completion of the CCIT program, and being extended an offer to join a Pennant affiliated agency as the Director of Clinical Services role.
About Us:
Cornerstone, an affiliate of The Pennant Group (NASDAQ: PNTG), is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to patients and families in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Pennant family, a growing national network with over 250 affiliated locations across 18 states spanning home health, hospice, and senior living, we operate with the independence and flexibility that allow our local leaders to truly make a difference. Pennant Services provides robust clinical, legal, accounting, IT and HR support, enabling our teams to focus on delivering exceptional service and care.
We are guided by the core values (CAPLICO) that shape Pennant’s unique culture:
- Customer Second
- Accountability
- Passion for Learning
- Love One Another
- Intelligent Risk Taking
- Celebrate
- Ownership
We believe in empowering our people, fostering excellence, and creating an environment where personal and professional growth thrives. Our culture makes Pennant a truly unique place to work.
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The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
This on-site opportunity in Arizona, Nevada, Utah or Colorado is a 6-to-12-week paid leadership development program for future home health and/or hospice clinical leaders.
Cornerstone, part of The Pennant Group family, is currently seeking entrepreneurial-minded leaders with proven results in building and leading exceptional clinical teams – and has a passion for the home health, hospice and home care industry. Join us in making an impact and shaping the future of home healthcare!
About the Opportunity:
The CCO-in-Training (CCIT) Program is a 12-week, full time paid executive training program designed to prepare outstanding leaders for an opportunity to lead and manage clinical services and teams in a home health and/or hospice setting. CCITs learn how to drive results, cultivate a strong team culture, and develop a deep understanding of the unique business model that powers Pennant’s success.
As a CCIT, you will gain hands-on practical experience in operations related to financial, clinical quality, compliance, business development and people leadership skills to equip you to take on a more strategic and elevated Director of Clinical Services (DCS) position.
Required Clinical Qualifications:
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse RN license in the state where services are rendered. Must maintain all applicable licensure requirements at hire, and throughout the entire duration of employment.
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in home health and/or hospice is required.
- Current nationally accredited CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and a safe driving record.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the ethical and professional standards established by the applicable nursing licensure board.
Leadership & Professional Attributes:
- Genuine desire to pursue a clinical leadership career and develop into a Director of Clinical Services (DCS) role.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and ownership in professional responsibilities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust, inspire others, and foster positive relationships.
- Learning agility and coachability, including the ability to seek, receive, and apply feedback for continuous improvement.
- Ability to adapt to change, navigate ambiguity, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Alignment with Pennant's CAPLICO core values and commitment to a culture of local leadership, ownership, accountability, and growth.
Program Expectations:
- Willingness and ability to relocate based on available opportunities and business needs upon successful completion of the program.
- Ability to travel throughout the program for training, shadowing experiences, and leadership development events.
- Commitment to fully engage in all program requirements, including classroom learning, operational training, mentoring, field experiences, and leadership development activities.
Compensation: $90,000–$120,000 during the training program. Salary may be renegotiated upon successful completion of the CCIT program, and being extended an offer to join a Pennant affiliated agency as the Director of Clinical Services role.
About Us:
Cornerstone, an affiliate of The Pennant Group (NASDAQ: PNTG), is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to patients and families in the comfort of their own homes. As part of the Pennant family, a growing national network with over 250 affiliated locations across 18 states spanning home health, hospice, and senior living, we operate with the independence and flexibility that allow our local leaders to truly make a difference. Pennant Services provides robust clinical, legal, accounting, IT and HR support, enabling our teams to focus on delivering exceptional service and care.
We are guided by the core values (CAPLICO) that shape Pennant’s unique culture:
- Customer Second
- Accountability
- Passion for Learning
- Love One Another
- Intelligent Risk Taking
- Celebrate
- Ownership
We believe in empowering our people, fostering excellence, and creating an environment where personal and professional growth thrives. Our culture makes Pennant a truly unique place to work.
#onsite
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of clinical training jobs.
- Active RN licensure or relevant clinical licensure in the hiring state
- Minimum five years of direct clinical practice in the relevant specialty area
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering competency-based education programs
- Familiarity with Joint Commission, CMS, or state regulatory training requirements
- Master's degree in nursing education, health administration, or a related clinical field
- Proficiency with learning management systems and clinical simulation platforms
Tips for Your Director of Clinical Training Job Search
Tailor your resume to accreditation standards
Highlight your direct experience with Joint Commission standards, CMS conditions of participation, or state licensing board requirements. Hiring managers for this role scan for evidence you can build training programs that satisfy external auditors, not just internal benchmarks.
Quantify competency assessment outcomes
Replace vague statements like 'improved staff performance' with specifics: how many clinicians you trained, which competency gaps you closed, and whether outcomes tied to patient safety metrics. Directors of clinical training who show measurable program impact move faster through screening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of clinical training openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your clinical specialty
Job titles for this role vary widely. Search for 'clinical education director', 'director of nursing education', and 'clinical staff development director' in addition to the standard title. Many behavioral health and home health organizations use different phrasing for the same scope of work.
Prepare a teaching philosophy for interviews
Interviewers at the director level routinely ask how you approach adult learning theory and competency-based education. Have a concise, rehearsed answer that connects your philosophy to concrete program design decisions you have made in past roles.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
Clarify the reporting structure, budget authority, and whether the role owns a team or functions as a solo contributor before salary conversations start. Directors of clinical training in lean organizations often carry frontline educator duties that change the role's actual demands significantly.
Director of Clinical Training Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of clinical trainings?
Cornerstone Service Center, BELOIT COLLEGE, and RestorixHealth are hiring the most director of clinical trainings right now, with openings concentrated in California, Idaho, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems with large employed medical groups and multi-site behavioral health operators tend to post the most volume at this level.
How many director of clinical training jobs are remote?
About 33% of director of clinical training openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in roles focused on curriculum development, e-learning build-out, and system-wide policy training rather than hands-on clinical simulation or unit-based onboarding.
How do you become a director of clinical training?
Most directors of clinical training start as staff-level clinicians, move into a clinical educator or staff development specialist role, then step into a manager of education position before reaching director level. Building a portfolio of programs you designed, competency assessments you created, and outcomes you can document is more important than any single credential for making that final move into a director seat.
Can I get hired as a director of clinical training with limited leadership experience?
Some organizations will consider candidates with strong clinical educator experience but limited formal management history if the role is newly created or sits within a small department. Framing project leadership, preceptor coordination, or committee work as applied management experience helps close that gap. Targeting community hospitals, specialty clinics, and growing behavioral health groups rather than large academic medical centers improves your odds when your title history does not yet include a manager role.
What does the director of clinical training interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for this role include an initial screening call with HR, a competency-focused interview with the chief nursing officer or VP of clinical operations, and a panel interview with education staff and department managers. Many organizations also ask finalists to present a sample training plan or competency framework as a practical exercise before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to director of clinical training jobs?
You can find and apply to director of clinical training jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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