Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Director of Nursing - $70K-95K per year

Elara Caring is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health Director of Nursing for a nursing job in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Description and Requirements

• Specialty: Director of Nursing
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

At Elara Caring, we care where you are—and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care.

As Branch Director, Home Health, you will lead both clinical and operational excellence for your branch—building high-performing teams, ensuring exceptional patient outcomes, and driving financial and quality performance. This role blends Branch Director leadership with hands-on clinical oversight traditionally performed by a Clinical Team Manager (CTM).

If you’re a mission-driven RN who thrives in leadership and enjoys building strong teams while improving patient care, we’d love to talk with you.

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Collaborative, mission-driven culture

• Competitive compensation package

• Tuition reimbursement and free continuing education

• Career advancement opportunities

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off, paid holidays, family and pet bereavement

• Pet insurance

What You’ll Do

Branch Operations and Financial Leadership

• Organize and direct the day-to-day operations of the branch.

• Drive achievement of clinical, operational, and financial performance goals.

• Oversee branch financial performance, staffing models, and productivity.

• Ensure adequate staffing levels to meet patient care needs.

• Implement strategic growth initiatives and market development plans.

• Approve and submit time and attendance for payroll (visits, mileage, hours, rates, etc.).

Clinical Leadership and Care Coordination (CTM Scope)

• Provide oversight of all patient care services and clinical staff (RNs, LPN/LVNs, Therapists, LMSWs, HHAs).

• Ensure timely start of care and coordination of physician orders and care plans.

• Review and approve plans of care and clinical documentation for quality and regulatory compliance.

• Conduct and oversee OASIS reviews and clinical quality audits.

• Coordinate case conferences for recertifications, discharges, and level-of-care decisions (e.g., Hospice, Rehab, ALF).

• Remain available during operating hours to support clinical teams and patient care needs.

• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to clinical team members.

• Support field work as needed.

Compliance, Quality and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, state licensure, and accreditation standards.

• Maintain documentation accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.

• Lead QAPI initiatives and quality improvement activities.

• Identify and mitigate clinical, operational, and staffing risks.

• Address patient and family concerns promptly and professionally.

Talent and Team Development

• Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management for branch staff.

• Build engaged, high-performing clinical teams.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and patient-centered care.

• Develop trusted relationships across interdisciplinary and leadership teams.

What We’re Looking For

Education and Licensure

• Associate degree in Nursing, minimum required

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Current state license as RN

Experience

• 1+ year supervisory or administrative experience in home health or related healthcare setting required

• 2+ years of home health experience preferred

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced clinical judgment and leadership skills

• Strong operational and financial management abilities

• Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB), Workday, and MS Office

• Knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation and state licensure requirements

• Strong communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills

• Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at .

Pay and Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Elara Caring Job ID #JR-132438. Posted job title: Branch Director Home Health

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