Patient Care Administrator

Who We Are We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading end‑of‑life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best‑in‑class employee experience. Supported by industry‑leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients’ lives. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future. What You’ll Do As a patient care administrator (PCA), you will join the senior leadership team for a VITAS service area, ensuring the clinical, financial, and operational aspects of hospice are running smoothly within your purview. You will support all the members of the interdisciplinary team, including nurses, social workers, chaplains, and more. You will coach team members, consult on clinical matters, and lead performance improvement initiatives to elevate the patient experience.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

Our PCAs work at a local VITAS office every day, supporting team members as needed. What’s Expected From You Our PCAs blend leadership skills and clinical expertise to effectively manage their team, ensuring quality and continuity of care for patients. In addition to your RN license and at least four years of healthcare management experience, you’ll have the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can‑do Attitude. You will keep patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life’s journey. Qualifications Current Registered Nurse License to practice in the state where the VITAS Program is located. Two years of home health and hospice experience. Four years of healthcare management experience. Hands‑on fiscal and budgetary experience. Experience managing a team of leaders. State‑Specific Requirements (California) Regulation- California Standard of Quality Patient Care: Section 5.3 Director of Patient Care Services PCA Requirements and Qualifications- Director of Patient Care Services Required RN with BSN or another health related field and 3 years experience within last 5 in hospice, home health, primary care clinic, or health facility and One year in a supervisory or administrative position OR- RN with 4 years experience in last 5 in a hospice, home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility and One year in a supervisory or administrative capacity. Education – Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred. See table above for specific requirements per state. #J-18808-Ljbffr VITAS Healthcare