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Tapestry Hospice lists this Field Director of Hospice Aide Services opportunity in cartersville, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director of Hospice Aide Services (LPN Required)
Tapestry Hospice & Palliative Care
Location: Cartersville, Georgia
Join a Team Where Leadership Makes a Difference
At Tapestry Hospice & Palliative Care, we believe compassionate care begins with exceptional people. We are seeking an experienced healthcare leader to oversee and support our growing team of Hospice Aides and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) throughout our organization.
This is a unique leadership opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who is passionate about developing teams, improving patient care, supporting clinical excellence, and building strong relationships with healthcare facilities and community partners.
As Director of Hospice Aide Services, you will serve as the primary leader for all CNA personnel, working closely with executive leadership, facility partners, Directors of Nursing, and clinical teams to ensure the highest standards of patient care and operational excellence.
Quick Qualifications (Must Meet All Requirements)
Current Georgia LPN License (or equivalent nursing licensure/higher credential)
Minimum 3 years of clinical healthcare experience
Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience
Valid Driver's License, Reliable Transportation & Auto Insurance
Current CPR Certification
Ability to travel throughout assigned service areas and partner facilities
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to mentor, coach, and develop healthcare staff
Hospice, home health, long-term care, or related healthcare experience preferred
Position Summary
The Field Director of Hospice Aide Services is responsible for the leadership, oversight, development, quality management, performance improvement, and workforce development of all Hospice Aides and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) across the organization.
This role serves as the primary liaison between hospice leadership, facility management, Directors of Nursing, clinical teams, patients, and families while ensuring exceptional service delivery and compliance with organizational standards.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Hospice Aide Services works collaboratively with the Director of Clinical Services to support strategic initiatives, staffing excellence, employee engagement, and quality patient outcomes.
What You'll Do
Lead, supervise, and support all Hospice Aides and CNAs throughout the organization
Develop and maintain departmental standards, policies, workflows, and performance expectations
Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, retention, and employee engagement initiatives
Conduct field visits, facility rounds, ride-alongs, and performance observations
Oversee training, competency validation, orientation, and continuing education programs
Partner with facility leadership, Directors of Nursing, Clinical Managers, and care teams
Monitor quality assurance, documentation compliance, and regulatory requirements
Assist with staffing strategies, workforce planning, and resource allocation
Participate in QAPI initiatives and performance improvement efforts
Analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement corrective action plans when necessary
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, compassion, and professional development
Support organizational growth and operational excellence across all service areas
Preferred Experience
Hospice leadership experience
Home health leadership experience
Long-term care leadership experience
Experience supervising Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
Experience conducting employee coaching, training, and performance management
Working knowledge of EMR systems and Microsoft Office applications
Strong relationship-building and conflict resolution skills
Why Choose Tapestry Hospice & Palliative Care?
Competitive Benefits Package
Competitive Compensation
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
3 Weeks Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match up to 6% after 90 Days
Mileage Reimbursement
Cell Phone Reimbursement
Self-Care Day (Paid Day Off + $100 to Celebrate You)
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
The Ideal Candidate
You are a servant leader who thrives on developing people, improving processes, and creating positive outcomes for patients and families. You excel at building relationships, solving problems, and leading teams while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and compassion.
Join a team where your leadership matters and where the work you do makes a difference every day.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Work Location:
Cartersville, Georgia with travel throughout assigned service areas
License/Certification Required:
Current Georgia LPN License (Required)
CPR Certification (Required)
Valid Driver's License (Required)
Experience Preferred:
Hospice
Home Health
Long-Term Care
Clinical Leadership
CNA Supervision
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Worksite address
cartersville, GA, 30120, US
Who can apply
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