VP of Clinical Operations

Vaco has partnered with a growing healthcare organization to identify a Vice President of Clinical Operations who will provide executive leadership for clinical performance, regulatory compliance, and quality initiatives across a multi-site region. This individual will serve as a strategic business partner to regional and corporate leadership, driving operational excellence, enhancing patient outcomes, and supporting continued organizational growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional clinical teams and provide mentorship, guidance, and accountability for clinical leadership staff
• Develop and execute strategies that improve patient care, operational efficiency, and quality outcomes
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards across all locations
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, utilizing data and performance metrics to drive results
• Partner with executive leadership to align clinical operations with organizational objectives and growth initiatives
• Oversee survey preparedness efforts and support successful regulatory and accreditation reviews
• Monitor clinical performance trends and implement action plans to address opportunities and risks
• Promote a culture centered on accountability, collaboration, patient satisfaction, and clinical excellence
• Support budget planning, resource allocation, and operational decision-making within the region

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing required
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field required; advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience within hospice, home health, or post-acute care settings
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, quality management, and accreditation standards
• Experience leading geographically dispersed clinical teams and managing multi-site operations
• Proven ability to improve performance outcomes through strategic planning and process improvement
• Strong business acumen with experience utilizing data and metrics to drive decisions
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to travel throughout the region as needed

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individuals skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the companys 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.