Director of Nursing/Field RN - Hospice and Home Health

Job Description

Job Description

DIRECTOR OF NURSING (DON) – HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE
Compensation: Per Diem / Per Visit
Location: 1203 Avenue D, Katy, TX 77493

About A Hug Away Healthcare

A Hug Away Healthcare provides compassionate home health and hospice services throughout Katy, Houston, and surrounding communities, serving patients of all ages.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to serve as our Director of Nursing (DON). The primary responsibility is to provide clinical guidance to agency leadership, the Intake Department, and nursing staff when clinical questions or concerns arise.

The position also offers opportunities to accept home health and hospice nursing visits on a per diem basis.

Compensation:

• Applicable company-wide PRN RN visit rate for each completed visit.
• Additional $25 DON payment per completed nursing visit.
• Right of first refusal for available admissions and RN-required visits throughout the agency, subject to qualifications, availability, patient needs, and scheduling.
• No guaranteed minimum number of visits or income.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Guidance and Advisory Support:

• Serve as a clinical resource for the office and Intake Department.
• Provide nursing guidance when clinical questions or concerns arise.
• Communicate clinical recommendations to agency leadership.

Nursing Oversight ( As Needed ):

• Provide clinical guidance to nursing staff as needed.
• Assist with staff training and onboarding as needed.
• Review nursing practices and documentation as needed.
• Support clinical quality improvement and regulatory compliance as needed.

Direct Patient Care ( As Accepted ):

• Perform admissions, recertifications, follow-up visits, and other assigned nursing visits.
• Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide compassionate patient care and family support.

Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted Texas RN license.
• Home health and hospice experience required.
• Previous clinical leadership or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of OASIS, hospice documentation, IDG meetings, and regulatory requirements.
• Kinnser/WellSky experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel within the agency's service area.
• Spanish-English bilingual ability preferred.

Mileage and Scheduling

Authorized patient assignments beyond the agency's standard 30-mile service radius will be reimbursed at the 2026 IRS standard mileage rate of $0.725 per eligible mile beyond the 30-mile radius, subject to agency approval and documentation.

Visits are scheduled according to patient needs, agency requirements, and availability. Weekend and after-hours assignments may be available. Standard PRN rates apply regardless of day or time, with no automatic evening or weekend premium.

To Apply: Submit your resume with a brief summary of your home health, hospice, and leadership experience.  About A Hug Away Healthcare:

A Hug Away Healthcare is a home health and hospice agency serving patients and families throughout Katy, Houston, and surrounding communities. We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients of all ages, including adults and children receiving hospice services.

We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and compassionate Registered Nurse to serve as our part-time/per diem Director of Nursing (DON). This role combines clinical leadership, regulatory compliance, nursing oversight, and direct patient care for both home health and hospice services.

Compensation:

• Admissions: $150 per visit.
• Regular visits: $85 per visit.

The DON will receive priority consideration for available nursing visits, subject to patient needs, professional qualifications, scheduling availability, and service-area coverage. In addition to the applicable nursing visit rate, the DON will receive a $25 stipend for each completed visit .

This is a per diem position, and the volume of available visits will depend on patient census and agency needs. No minimum number of visits or guaranteed income is promised.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership and Nursing Oversight (When Requested):

• Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff.
• Support staff onboarding, training, and continued professional development.
• Help coordinate clinical operations and promote consistent standards of care.
• Collaborate with agency leadership to improve clinical processes and patient outcomes.

Direct Patient Care:

• Perform admissions, recertifications, and other assigned home health and hospice nursing visits.
• Conduct patient assessments and ensure appropriate care planning.
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care and support to families.
• Assist with nursing coverage and patient coordination as needed.

Home Health and Hospice Operations:

• Support both home health and hospice clinical programs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings and care coordination.
• Help maintain effective communication, scheduling, and continuity of care.
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical workflows and documentation practices.

Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Texas.
• Experience in both home health and hospice is required.
• Previous clinical leadership, supervisory, or management experience.
• Working knowledge of home health and hospice documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with Kinnser/WellSky preferred.
• Familiarity with OASIS, hospice documentation, IDG meetings, and quality assurance processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with agency leadership and clinical staff.
• Willingness to travel within the agency's service area.
• Compassionate approach to patients and families, including pediatric hospice patients.
• Spanish-English bilingual ability preferred.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a hands-on clinical leader who can balance patient care with nursing oversight and administrative responsibilities. This individual should be organized, proactive, and committed to maintaining high clinical standards while supporting the agency's continued growth.

If you have experience in both home health and hospice and are interested in a flexible, per diem leadership opportunity, we invite you to apply.

To apply: Submit your resume and include a brief summary of your home health, hospice, and leadership experience.