About This Position
Director of Nursing (DON) – Home Health | Redlands, CA
Locations: Redlands, CA
Job Type: Full-Time | On-site
Salary: $100,000–$160,000 annually, depending on experience
About the Opportunity
An established home health and hospice provider is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee clinical operations, lead nursing teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote high-quality, patient-centered care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a clinical leader with a strong background in California home health to support staff development, quality improvement, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily clinical operations, patient care standards, and clinical documentation.
Lead, supervise, and support clinical supervisors, RN Case Managers, and nursing personnel.
Ensure compliance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH), CMS, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Manage Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, audits, and regulatory survey readiness.
Support recruitment, onboarding, training, competency assessments, and staff development.
Monitor patient census, staffing, productivity, and clinical outcomes.
Collaborate with executive leadership, administrative teams, physicians, and referral sources to support quality care and agency growth.
Provide hands-on clinical training to new RNs, RN Case Managers, and other DONs, including accompanying trainees on home visits to demonstrate clinical procedures, patient care, and documentation practices.
Perform direct patient care when needed for training or operational support. Routine patient visits are generally not expected outside these circumstances.
Required Qualifications
Active, unrestricted California RN license.
3–7 years of experience as a DON, Clinical Supervisor, and/or DPCS in a California-licensed home health agency.
BSN from an accredited institution.
Strong knowledge of California home health regulations, CMS Conditions of Participation, and clinical compliance.
Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership, staff supervision, quality improvement, and home health operations.
Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and required automobile insurance, as applicable.
Preferred: Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field; experience with regulatory surveys, QAPI, and clinical staff training.
Compensation & Benefits
$100,000–$160,000 annual salary, based on qualifications and experience.
401(k)
Health and dental insurance
Paid time off
Flexible schedule
Join the Team
Bring your home health leadership experience to an organization committed to compassionate patient care, clinical excellence, and supporting the teams who make a difference every day. Intrested or need more info? Reach out to Erika@welltechpartners.com
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.
Pay: $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Home Health DON/Clinical Supervisor/DPCS: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Experience
Home care experience, Staff supervision, Home health care assistance, RN License, CMS, CMS regulatory compliance, Driver's License, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor's degree in nursing, Home healthcare regulations, Clinical team leadership, Home health agency experience
Benefits
Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Paid time off, Vision insurance, Flexible schedule
