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At St. Croix Hospice we guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey. Through compassionate care, we focus on our patient’s quality of life, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of an extraordinary team of caregivers, then come work where you matter.
Regional Director of Clinical Operations
Position Overview
The Regional Director of Clinical Operations is responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services. The Regional Director of Clinical Operations establishes, implements and evaluates goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy.
Essential Functions and Skills
Responsibilities
- Coordinates and oversees all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical organization personnel.
- Participates in operational planning and budgeting.
- Provides guidance and counseling to Manager of Clinical Services to assist them in continually improving all aspects of hospice care services, provided through organization personnel.
- Assists Manager of Clinical Service in managing clinical teams and planning.
- Provides help in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient and family/caregiver care to all clinical personnel as indicated.
- Assists the Administrator in the preparation and administration of the organization's budget.
- Interprets operational indicators to detect census changes and increases or decreases in volume that could impact staffing levels, revenues or expenses.
- Evaluates performance of Manager of Clinical Service.
- Assists the Manager of Clinical Services to develop skills and techniques in evaluating the performance of clinicians.
- Hires, evaluates, and terminates organization personnel.
- Works with the Manager of Clinical Services to conduct annual evaluations on clinicians, or more frequently if indicated.
- Oversees the maintenance of patient clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
- Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Responsible for the maintenance of adequate and appropriate inventory supplies and equipment for the provision of patient services.
- Develops, implements and evaluates the orientation program for new organization personnel. Responsible for orientation of new organization personnel, directly or delegated.
- Plans and implements in-service and continuing education programs to meet education and training needs of organization personnel.
- Assists with the evaluation of organization performance via performance improvement program, productivity, quarterly and annual reviews. Assures for the quality and safe delivery of hospice services provided through the Organization.
- Assists in the development of organization goals. Develops, recommends, and administers Organization policies and procedures.
- Assures compliance with all local, state and federal laws regarding licensure and certification of organization personnel and, maintains compliance to the CHAP Home Care standards.
- Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and hospice care; shares information with appropriate organization personnel.
- Promotes hospice referrals in the health care community.
- In the absence of the Administrator, the Regional Director of Clinical Services will become the acting Administrator and will be vested with authority to act in behalf of the Administrator. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Registered Nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.
- 2+ years’ experience of demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
- Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements and is in good working order.
- Has excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards. Ability to pass DHS background study.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing strongly preferred. Master’s degree preferred.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.
- Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds. Occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.
Work Where You Matter!
At St. Croix Hospice we guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey. Through compassionate care, we focus on our patient’s quality of life, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of an extraordinary team of caregivers, then come work where you matter.
Regional Director of Clinical Operations
Position Overview
The Regional Director of Clinical Operations is responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services. The Regional Director of Clinical Operations establishes, implements and evaluates goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy.
Essential Functions and Skills
Responsibilities
- Coordinates and oversees all direct and indirect patient services provided by clinical organization personnel.
- Participates in operational planning and budgeting.
- Provides guidance and counseling to Manager of Clinical Services to assist them in continually improving all aspects of hospice care services, provided through organization personnel.
- Assists Manager of Clinical Service in managing clinical teams and planning.
- Provides help in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient and family/caregiver care to all clinical personnel as indicated.
- Assists the Administrator in the preparation and administration of the organization's budget.
- Interprets operational indicators to detect census changes and increases or decreases in volume that could impact staffing levels, revenues or expenses.
- Evaluates performance of Manager of Clinical Service.
- Assists the Manager of Clinical Services to develop skills and techniques in evaluating the performance of clinicians.
- Hires, evaluates, and terminates organization personnel.
- Works with the Manager of Clinical Services to conduct annual evaluations on clinicians, or more frequently if indicated.
- Oversees the maintenance of patient clinical records, statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
- Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Responsible for the maintenance of adequate and appropriate inventory supplies and equipment for the provision of patient services.
- Develops, implements and evaluates the orientation program for new organization personnel. Responsible for orientation of new organization personnel, directly or delegated.
- Plans and implements in-service and continuing education programs to meet education and training needs of organization personnel.
- Assists with the evaluation of organization performance via performance improvement program, productivity, quarterly and annual reviews. Assures for the quality and safe delivery of hospice services provided through the Organization.
- Assists in the development of organization goals. Develops, recommends, and administers Organization policies and procedures.
- Assures compliance with all local, state and federal laws regarding licensure and certification of organization personnel and, maintains compliance to the CHAP Home Care standards.
- Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and hospice care; shares information with appropriate organization personnel.
- Promotes hospice referrals in the health care community.
- In the absence of the Administrator, the Regional Director of Clinical Services will become the acting Administrator and will be vested with authority to act in behalf of the Administrator. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Registered Nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.
- 2+ years’ experience of demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.
- Ability to market and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements and is in good working order.
- Has excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations and CHAP standards. Ability to pass DHS background study.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program by the National League for Nursing strongly preferred. Master’s degree preferred.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.
- Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds. Occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regional director of clinical operations jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related clinical field
- Five or more years of progressively responsible clinical operations leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple clinical sites or care locations simultaneously
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems and operational reporting platforms
- Knowledge of CMS conditions of participation, Joint Commission standards, and state regulations
- Active RN licensure or equivalent clinical credential preferred for patient-facing organizations
Tips for Your Regional Director of Clinical Operations Job Search
Quantify multi-site scope on your resume
Hiring panels for this role want to see the number of sites, beds, or care settings you managed, not just a list of duties. Replace vague bullets with outcomes like reduced audit findings or improved accreditation scores across your portfolio.
Align credentials with the posting's requirements
Some postings require an RN license while others prioritize an MHA or MPH. Read each job description carefully and move your most relevant credential to the top of your resume so reviewers don't have to hunt for it.
Target organizations undergoing operational restructuring
Health systems expanding into new markets or consolidating after mergers create the most urgent regional director openings. Search for press releases about system growth, then find current clinical operations postings at those organizations before they close.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists regional director of clinical operations openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a site-turnaround story for interviews
Interviewers for this level almost always ask how you improved an underperforming location. Walk in with a specific example that covers the problem you inherited, the operational changes you made, and a measurable outcome you can defend under follow-up questions.
Negotiate start date and transition support, not just pay
Regional directors often inherit teams mid-cycle. After an offer, ask about leadership transition timelines, whether a predecessor is available for handoff, and travel expense coverage, because these terms affect your ability to succeed in the first 90 days.
Regional Director of Clinical Operations Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most regional director of clinical operationss?
The most active employers for regional director of clinical operationss right now are St. Croix Hospice, Jaybird Senior Living, and Progressive Quality Care, and the most openings are in Ohio, Iowa, and Nebraska, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, large physician group practices, and behavioral health networks tend to post the most volume at this level.
How many regional director of clinical operations jobs are remote?
About 100% of regional director of clinical operations openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of overseeing physical care sites. Quality improvement, compliance oversight, and reporting functions are the sub-areas most likely to allow remote flexibility, while roles anchored to direct site visits typically require regular in-person presence.
How do you become a regional director of clinical operations?
Start by building a foundation in direct clinical work, then move into a site-level operations management role such as clinic manager or director of nursing. Pursue a graduate degree in healthcare administration or a related field while taking on cross-site project leadership. Demonstrate measurable outcomes in quality, compliance, and team development across locations before applying to regional director roles.
Can you get hired as a regional director of clinical operations with little experience?
Moving into this role with limited experience is difficult because employers expect candidates to have already managed multiple clinical sites independently. The most effective path is to take on interim regional coverage during a vacancy, lead a system-wide quality or accreditation initiative, or accept a step-down director title at a smaller organization to build a verifiable multi-site record before targeting full regional director postings.
What does the regional director of clinical operations interview process look like?
The process typically begins with an HR screen focused on scope of previous oversight and leadership philosophy. That is followed by a panel interview with clinical and operational leaders who probe site turnaround examples, regulatory experience, and staff development approaches. A final round often includes a presentation of a strategic plan or case study, and a meeting with executive leadership before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to regional director of clinical operations jobs?
You can find and apply to regional director of clinical operations jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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