Territory Director

Territory Operations Director – Registered Nurse – Home Health

Lead Clinical Operations. Develop Great Leaders. Make an Impact.

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse leader ready to take the next step in your healthcare leadership career?

We’re seeking a Territory Operations Director – RN to oversee clinical and operational performance across the Lombard, IL market . This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who can combine clinical expertise, people leadership, operational strategy, and business acumen to create exceptional outcomes for patients, families, and employees.

We’re open to experienced leaders coming from a variety of healthcare leadership backgrounds—including Home Health, Hospice, Patient Care Management, Clinical Management, Branch Management, and similar roles .

In this role, you’ll guide daily territory operations and clinical services while supporting and developing a strong team of healthcare professionals.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Lead territory operations and clinical services
• Develop and coach direct and indirect team members
• Drive operational performance and key performance indicators
• Strengthen employee engagement and retention
• Partner across departments in a matrixed healthcare environment
• Help develop the next generation of healthcare leaders
• Make a meaningful impact on both patient outcomes and team success

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys being visible, building relationships, solving problems, developing people, and improving healthcare operations.

• Guide daily operations and clinical services to best support patients, families, and team members
• Organize and lead agency functions and day-to-day territory operations, including oversight of multiple sites when needed
• Drive strong operational performance aligned with established Administrator KPIs
• Support, empower, and develop direct and indirect team members across the territory
• Provide administrative oversight to ensure delivery of high-quality, compassionate care
• Ensure policies and procedures are consistently implemented in accordance with professional standards and state and federal requirements
• Lead the selection, onboarding, coaching, and ongoing development of team members
• Build capable and confident leaders throughout the organization
• Conduct regular coaching conversations with direct reports to support growth and development
• Proactively identify retention risks and develop action plans to improve employee engagement and retention
• Successfully navigate a matrixed healthcare environment through collaboration and strong cross-functional relationships
• Partner with leadership and other departments to achieve shared goals and deliver meaningful results
• Minimum 2 years of healthcare/health-related experience
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• 3+ years of people management and administrative leadership experience
• Previous Home Health or Hospice experience preferred
• Candidates with leadership experience in roles such as Patient Care Manager, Clinical Manager, Branch Manager, Clinical Director, Administrator, Director of Nursing, or similar healthcare leadership positions will be considered
• Experience managing a large branch or patient census is preferred, particularly 400+ patients
• Candidates with smaller census experience may also be considered if they demonstrate strong leadership, operational, and team-management experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience with business and fiscal functions in a healthcare setting
• Strong business and financial acumen, with P&L oversight experience preferred
• Strong understanding of clinical operations, staffing, compliance, quality, and healthcare performance
• Proven ability to coach, develop, engage, and retain healthcare professionals
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and relationship‑building skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured automobile meeting state and organizational requirements

Don’t have 400+ census experience? That doesn’t necessarily mean you’re not a fit.

We’re looking for strong healthcare leaders, not just specific job titles.

If you’re currently a Patient Care Manager, Clinical Manager, Branch Manager, Clinical Director, Administrator, Director of Nursing, or another RN leader and have demonstrated success leading people and healthcare operations, we encourage you to apply.

Likewise, candidates coming from Home Health or Hospice environments are encouraged to explore this opportunity.

$130,000–$145,000/year based on experience

Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Resources

Calm App Access for Meditation, Sleep & Relaxation

Professional Development & Leadership Growth Opportunities

Caring for patients starts with caring for the people who provide that care.

If you’re an RN leader who is passionate about developing people, strengthening healthcare operations, and creating an environment where patients and employees can thrive, this could be an excellent opportunity to take your career to the next level.

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