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Build with Purpose.</span></span></p>\n<p>At Hospice Care Partners, we are not looking for a Director of Nursing who sits behind a desk.</p>\n<p>We are looking for a <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">hands-on clinical leader</span> who is visible in the field—supporting nurses, strengthening facility relationships, and ensuring that patient care is delivered at the highest level.</p>\n<p>As we grow, this role will be central to building a hospice team known for:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proactive care—not reactive</li>\n<li>Clear, consistent communication</li>\n<li>High accountability across every level of the team</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you are looking for a traditional, office-based DON role, this is not the right fit.</p>\n<p>If you lead from the front, hold high standards, and take ownership of outcomes—we want to meet you.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Role Overview</span></span></p>\n<p>The Director of Nursing &amp; Clinical Operations (DNCO) is a Registered Nurse responsible for the <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">overall leadership, performance, and quality of clinical services</span> across both home and facility-based care.</p>\n<p>This is a <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">field-engaged leadership role</span>, combining:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Clinical oversight</li>\n<li>Team development</li>\n<li>Operational execution</li>\n<li>Relationship management</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You will lead a multidisciplinary team including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>RN Case Managers</li>\n<li>Hospice Aides</li>\n<li>Social Workers</li>\n<li>Chaplain/Bereavement Coordinators</li>\n<li>Volunteers</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You may also maintain a limited caseload as needed.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">What You’ll Do</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead and manage all clinical operations across home and facility settings</li>\n<li>Be <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">present and visible in the 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partners</li>\n<li>A decisive leader who addresses underperformance directly</li>\n<li>A team builder who creates accountability, trust, and consistency</li>\n<li>A mission-driven professional who balances clinical excellence with compassion</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Minimum Requirements</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Current, unencumbered Texas RN License</li>\n<li>3+ years hospice case management experience</li>\n<li>1+ years of hospice leadership/management experience</li>\n<li>Reliable transportation with current insurance</li>\n<li>Current CPR certification</li>\n<li>Current TB test (negative) or equivalent</li>\n<li>Ability to travel throughout service area <br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Preferred (Not Required)</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience scaling or growing a hospice program</li>\n<li>Strong QAPI and clinical performance 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