Home Health ADON

Inspiredhomecare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspiredhomecare in San Antonio, TX is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to partner with the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily clinical operations for our home health agency.

The ADON will mentor field nurses, case managers, and interdisciplinary staff, ensure regulatory compliance, support OASIS and care planning processes, and drive quality improvement across the agency to deliver high-quality patient care in the community.

Qualifications

• Active RN license issued in Texas.
• 2–3 years of home-health leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OASIS, Medicare COP, and home-health regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with EMR systems such as WellSky/Kinnser or HCHB preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the DON in managing daily clinical operations and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and agency standards.
• Assist with supervision of RNs, LVNs, CNAs, and other clinical staff.
• Review, approve, and monitor clinical documentation, including OASIS, plans of care, and skilled visit notes.
• Participate in case conferences, chart audits, and QAPI activities.
• Ensure timely completion of assessments, recertifications, discharges, and care-plan updates.
• Provide clinical guidance to field staff regarding wound care, medication management, disease processes, and patient safety.
• Support onboarding, training, and competency validation for new clinical staff.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing coverage, and managing patient assignments.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, hospitals, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in investigations related to incidents, complaints, or performance concerns.
• Ensure adherence to agency policies, infection-control standards, and best-practice clinical guidelines.
• Serve as acting DON when needed.

Skills

RN supervision

Regulatory compliance

Clinical leadership

OASIS knowledge

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

WellSky/Kinnser/HCHB EMR

Job description

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing (DON) in overseeing all clinical operations for SA Nurses Home Health Agency. This role ensures high‑quality patient care, regulatory compliance, staff performance, and smooth day‑to‑day clinical workflow. The ADON serves as a clinical leader, mentor, and resource for field nurses, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the DON in managing daily clinical operations and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and agency standards.
• Assist with supervision of RNs, LVNs, CNAs, and other clinical staff.
• Review, approve, and monitor clinical documentation, including OASIS, plans of care, and skilled visit notes.
• Participate in case conferences, chart audits, and quality assurance/performance improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Ensure timely completion of assessments, recertifications, discharges, and care‑plan updates.
• Provide clinical guidance to field staff regarding wound care, medication management, disease processes, and patient safety.
• Support onboarding, training, and competency validation for new clinical staff.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing coverage, and managing patient assignments.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, hospitals, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in investigations related to incidents, complaints, or performance concerns.
• Ensure adherence to agency policies, infection‑control standards, and best‑practice clinical guidelines.
• Serve as acting DON when needed.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of Texas.
• Minimum 2–3 years of home‑health experience; leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OASIS, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and home‑health regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support staff in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with EMR systems (WellSky/Kinnser or HCHB preferred).
• Compassionate, professional, and committed to high‑quality patient care.

Ideal Candidate

A strong clinical leader who is organized, supportive, and confident in guiding staff. Someone who values teamwork, regulatory compliance, and delivering exceptional home‑health care to the San Antonio community.