RN Home Health Administrator

Gentiva; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs

CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Company-paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Heartland Home Health seeks an experienced Home Health RN Executive Director to lead a branch with a focus on quality care, compliance, and team development. You will oversee admissions, clinical operations, and performance management to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

The role requires an active RN license, 2+ years in healthcare leadership, and strong Medicare knowledge. You will partner with physicians and community partners to strengthen referrals and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• RN license in the state of employment.
• Associate degree in nursing or related field.
• 2+ years in home health, hospice, or healthcare leadership.
• Strong understanding of Medicare Conditions of Participation and home health regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage clinical/administrative operations, ensure compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficient with EMR systems and scheduling software.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of the home health branch, ensuring compliance with CMS, Medicare, Joint Commission, etc.
• Oversee patient admissions and discharge planning for a seamless patient experience.
• Provide clinical oversight to interdisciplinary home health staff (RN Case Managers, LPNs, therapists, aides, admin).
• Interview, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff.
• Promote best practices in skilled nursing and chronic disease management.
• Monitor operational efficiency, service delivery, and patient satisfaction.
• Lead performance management: evaluations, scheduling, workload distribution.
• Ensure survey readiness and participate in QAPI initiatives.
• Manage branch budgeting, payroll, supply costs, and referral development.
• Build relationships with physicians, discharge planners, and community referrals.

Skills

RN License

Leadership

EMR Proficiency

CPR Certification

Interpersonal Skills

Education

ASN/ADN or higher

Tools

EMR Systems

Scheduling software

Job description

Overview

Lead with Vision. Serve with Purpose.

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a Home Health RN Executive Director / RN Administrator to join our leadership team. This role is ideal for a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with strong leadership experience in home health, hospice, or clinical operations management.

If you're a proven leader who is passionate about driving quality care, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring operational excellence, we invite you to bring your expertise to a role where you can make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct the day-to-day operations of the home health branch, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and accreditation standards (CMS, Medicare, Joint Commission, etc.)

• Oversee the coordination of patient admissions and discharge planning to ensure a seamless patient experience

• Provide clinical oversight and leadership to interdisciplinary home health staff, including RN Case Managers, LPNs, therapists (PT, OT, ST), aides, and administrative personnel

• Interview, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff while fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture

• Promote best practices in skilled nursing, chronic disease management, and patient-centered home care

• Monitor and improve operational efficiency, service delivery, and patient satisfaction

• Lead performance management efforts, including staff evaluations, scheduling, workload distribution, and addressing employee concerns

• Ensure continuous survey readiness and participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives

• Manage branch financial performance, including budgeting, payroll, supply costs, and referral development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with physicians, hospital discharge planners, and community referral sources

About You

Qualifications - What You'll Bring:

• Current RN license in the state of employment

• Associate or in nursing or related field

• 2+ years of experience in home health, hospice, or healthcare leadership

• Strong understanding of Medicare Conditions of Participation and home health regulations

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage clinical and administrative operations, and ensure compliance

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills

• Proficient with EMR systems, scheduling software, and general office technology

• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification

Preferred Experience (Not Required):

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• National & Local Recognition Programs

• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position

• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

• We are proud to be an EEO employer

• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Company: Heartland Home Health

Position Type: Full-Time