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Hospice Branch Director - RN
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Richmond, TX, 77469
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
The Hospice Branch Director is a Registered Nurse who manages all aspects of terminal care and has expertise in pain and symptom management and previous experience in hospice nursing. Additionally, the Hospice Branch Director supervises the staff, has knowledge of and manages documentation requirements, oversees service coordination and case management. The Hospice Branch Director must have excellent communication skills and the ability to execute an effective, supportive sensitive approach in response to needs of the employees and the patients and their families.
The Hospice Branch Director supervises the day-to-day office and clinical operations as well as the planning, coordination, and delivery of the interdisciplinary team interventions. The Hospice Branch Director is responsible for the assignment of appropriate staff members to patients/families, and acting as a staff nurse when necessary. Also, the Hospice Branch Director participates in community awareness and education programs.
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an approved school of professional nursing and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment
- Must have a minimum of two years of nursing experience within the past 36 months and one year of experience in a hospice setting
- Must have a thorough understanding of the federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing hospice operations
- Must be competent with computers
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
Leading a hospice branch in Richmond demands strong coordination skills, given the diverse team of nurses, counselors, and coordinators involved. The Hospice Branch Director - RN ensures seamless communication and service delivery, balancing clinical expertise with compassionate leadership in a region with growing demand for hospice care.
This position requires advanced proficiency in pain and symptom management, alongside administrative capabilities such as staff supervision and regulatory compliance. A Hospice Branch - RN combines clinical nursing knowledge with leadership in coordinating patient-centered care plans.
Beyond the registered nurse license valid in Texas, familiarity with state-specific hospice regulations is crucial. Certifications like CHPN (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) can enhance credibility, particularly in Richmond’s competitive healthcare environment.
Encompass Health invests in continuous learning, offering ongoing education opportunities and cutting-edge technology training. This ensures Hospice Branch Directors can deliver innovative and ethical patient care while advancing their professional skills within a national leader in home health.
Encompass Health emphasizes a collaborative culture paired with comprehensive benefits and technology integration. This environment supports Directors in balancing clinical duties with leadership responsibilities, fostering a workplace that values both patient and employee well-being.
Richmond’s hospice sector is expanding, creating opportunities but also attracting experienced nurses aiming for leadership. Candidates with a blend of clinical expertise and management skills, like those for the Hospice Branch Director, tend to stand out amid local competition.
Given Richmond’s suburban layout, commute times can vary with peak traffic hours. Access to reliable transportation and proximity to healthcare facilities are important for Directors who often balance office management with community outreach and patient visits.
Hospice Branch Directors in Richmond typically earn between $95,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. This aligns with regional healthcare leadership salaries, reflecting the role’s mix of clinical expertise and managerial duties.
Encompass Health promotes wellness through benefits like paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and incentive bonuses. These offerings help Directors manage demanding schedules while maintaining personal health and family time.
Daily tasks blend patient care oversight, staff coordination, and compliance management. The Hospice Branch - RN ensures appropriate staff assignments, mentors clinicians, and navigates complex regulatory documentation to maintain quality hospice services.