DIRECTOR OF PATIENT CARE FOR HOME HEALTH

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Patient Care for Home Health to lead and oversee the delivery of exceptional nursing services within a home health setting. This pivotal role involves managing clinical operations, supervising nursing staff, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care are maintained across all service lines. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for improving patient outcomes, a strong background in various healthcare environments, and exceptional leadership skills to inspire teams and foster a culture of excellence. As a key driver of quality care, you will coordinate interdisciplinary efforts, ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, and optimize operational efficiency to deliver compassionate, patient-centered services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's needs, ensuring alignment with clinical best practices and regulatory standards.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff, including nurse managers and case managers, fostering professional growth and maintaining high levels of team engagement.
• Oversee patient monitoring activities, ensuring timely assessments, documentation review, and accurate medical records management using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Manage shift scheduling, staffing levels, and resource allocation to ensure seamless service delivery while maintaining compliance with HIPAA privacy regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—including hospice care providers, assisted living facilities, and physicians—to coordinate care transitions and optimize patient outcomes.
• Monitor quality metrics related to Medicare requirements, care documentation accuracy, and patient satisfaction scores; implement continuous improvement initiatives accordingly.
• Oversee budget management related to staffing, supplies, and operational expenses to maintain financial health while delivering top-tier care.

Requirements

• Proven experience in critical care, home health services, assisted living environments, hospice care or acute care settings with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Supervising experience in managing nursing teams within home health or similar healthcare organizations.
• Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and nursing practices essential for effective case management.
• Familiarity with EMR systems for documentation review and medical records management; proficiency in shift management and scheduling tools.
• Deep understanding of HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient privacy; experience with Medicare guidelines is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, foster collaboration, and drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Ability to analyze clinical data to develop appropriate care plans; experience in budgeting and resource planning is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with residents’ families—including residents’ —and multidisciplinary teams ensuring coordinated care delivery. Join us as we empower our nurses and caregivers to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives every day! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your expertise can thrive while delivering compassionate home health services that truly improve quality of life for our residents.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $50,700.00 - $60,716.95 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 60 per week

Application Question(s):

• Supervisory or Administrative in Home Heath

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Primary care clinic or health facility: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Registered Nurse (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,700 - $60,717