Cooks Home Assistance Care
RN Home Health Care Alternate Administrator (PART TIME)
Full Time • Merrillville
Position Summary:
The Alternate Administrator (RN) plays a critical leadership role within the organization by assuming the duties of the Administrator in their absence. This position ensures operational continuity, regulatory compliance, high-quality patient care, and effective staff management. The Alternate Administrator must be a licensed Registered Nurse with strong administrative, leadership, and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as the Administrator during their absence, assuming full administrative authority and responsibility.
- Ensure the agency operates in full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs).
- Oversee day-to-day operations, including patient care services, staffing, scheduling, and supervision of clinical and non-clinical personnel.
- Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and other clinical leaders to maintain high standards of patient care.
- Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) activities.
- Ensure all policies and procedures are followed and updated according to industry standards and regulatory changes.
- Serve as a liaison with physicians, families, referral sources, and regulatory agencies.
- Assist in staff recruitment, training, evaluation, and retention efforts.
- Address patient and family concerns in a professional, timely manner.
- Support the Administrator in strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational development initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Indiana.
- MUST HAVE 2-4 YEARS OF HOME HEALTH CARE EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of [2–4] years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting; home health, hospice, or long-term care experience preferred.
- At least one year of supervisory or administrative experience in a healthcare setting.
- Thorough knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations and accreditation standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, ACHC, CHAP).
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in managing audits, surveys, and compliance reviews.
- Prior experience as an Alternate Administrator or Clinical Manager in a licensed healthcare agency.
- Certification in healthcare administration or management (e.g., CHCE) is a plus.
Working Conditions:
- Office-based with occasional travel to patient homes, facilities, or partner organizations.
- May require flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, in emergency or on-call situations.
Compensation: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Professional caregivers go by many names: homemakers, home care aides, home health aides, certified nursing assistants, personal care assistants, direct care workers. No matter the name, what they all have in common is a calling to care for people in the comfort of their own homes.
This agency is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this agency. All inquiries about employment at this agency should be made directly to the agency location, and not to Home Care Evolution Corporate.
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Flexible work schedule
In 2014, there were nearly 1.8 million caregivers working in the U.S., with the potential to create 500,000 more jobs by 2024. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Being part of the family
Over the last five years, the home care industry has grown by more than 50%, and is projected to increase as demand grows. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Career advancement in a growing field
Job growth for caregivers is projected to increase by 26% through 2024, compared to just 6.5% on average for all occupations. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Opportunity to help seniors and people with disabilities stay at home
In a recent survey of more than 72,000 caregivers, the overall job satisfaction rating was 9.03 out of 10 – higher than previous years. (Source: Home Care Pulse)