About the role
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
- Location Heartland Home Health
Our Company
At Heartland Home Health, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:
Hospice care
Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
Home health care: Heartland Home Health
Advanced illness management: Illumia Health
With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.