Executive Director

Company Overview: Strategic Talent Partners has been retained by our client, a full-service home health care organization dedicated to helping seniors remain where they call home— as long as possible, as comfortably as possible, as humanly as possible. As the organization expands its continuum of care, they are launching a new Hospice program, creating a pivotal opportunity for an experienced healthcare leader to shape, elevate, and grow this essential service line. Position Overview: Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Operations, the Executive Director serves as the senior clinical and operational leader for both Home Health and Hospice. This highly visible role provides executive oversight of care quality, regulatory compliance, staffing, financial performance, and strategic growth across both service lines . During the Hospice Start-Up Phase, the Executive Director will play a hands-on, build-from-the-ground-up leadership role, guiding CMS certification, leading The Joint Commission accreditation, establishing clinical workflows, and developing an interdisciplinary team capable of delivering exceptional end-of-life care. Simultaneously, this leader ensures the Home Health program continues to operate at a high standard, partnering closely with the SVP of Operations and the Administrator to maintain regulatory readiness, optimize operations, and support team development and retention . This is a role for a collaborative, mission-driven, and operationally strong executive who thrives on developing teams, building programs, implementing structure, and advancing quality and performance across a growing organization. This is a full-time, in-office position based at the company’s office in Woodbury. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership & Development
Lead, coach, and develop high-performing clinical and operational teams across Home Health and Hospice.
Strengthen staffing models, recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to support stable, engaged teams.
Provide mentorship and structured performance management to build leadership capability across service lines.
Promote a culture grounded in communication, accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement. Operational Excellence & Compliance
Maintain high-quality care delivery and ensure continuous regulatory readiness across all programs, including Medicare CoPs, MDH requirements, and Joint Commission standards.
Oversee accurate documentation, efficient workflows, and adherence to clinical best practices.
Lead the successful launch and regulatory accreditation of the Hospice program, including CMS certification and Joint Commission accreditation.
Develop, refine, and maintain policies, procedures, and interdisciplinary workflows to ensure full compliance and operational consistency.
Ensure survey readiness at all times through proactive monitoring, internal audits, and QAPI participation. Quality, Safety & Performance Improvement
Develop and lead QAPI programs across Home Health and Hospice; monitor quality metrics and drive continuous improvement.
Evaluate clinical, operational, and financial data to guide decision-making and enhance outcomes.
Support initiatives that improve patient satisfaction, care coordination, productivity, and service effectiveness. Financial & Performance Management
Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance across both service lines.
Monitor KPIs, productivity benchmarks, and cost performance to ensure sustainable program growth.
Collaborate with leaders to implement workflow improvements and operational efficiencies that support strong fiscal health. Program Development & Strategic Execution
Build scalable clinical and operational systems to support growth, quality, and organizational readiness.
Lead foundational development of the Hospice service line during the start-up phase, including staffing, workflows, scheduling, intake, coordination, and documentation.
Transition operational oversight by hiring and mentoring a Clinic Manager as the Hospice census grows.
Support systemwide initiatives related to compliance, technology adoption, performance measurement, and data-driven decision-making. Referral, Community & Market Growth
Strengthen relationships with referral partners, healthcare providers, and community organizations to support census growth and expand market presence.
Represent Company within the community and industry to elevate brand visibility and foster trust.
Support marketing and outreach initiatives that promote Home Health and Hospice services. Skills and Experience:
5+ years of leadership experience in Home Health, Hospice, or both , with demonstrated success in regulatory compliance, CMS/Joint Commission survey readiness, and operational performance .
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred.
Minnesota RN license strongly preferred
Track record of building and developing strong teams and leaders.
Strong financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, KPI management.
Proven success in program development, workflow improvement, and operational optimization.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Experience supporting referral growth through external partnerships.
EMR proficiency and a data-driven mindset.
Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured vehicle. Compensation & Benefits: Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.