Home Care RN Supervisor (HOME HEALTH SUPV 2)

The Clinical Home Care Nursing Supervisor (Supervisor) is a pivotal leader responsible for the direct supervision of nurses and other vital members of the home health and home-based palliative care team, serving both adult and pediatric populations. This role demands exceptional clinical expertise, visionary leadership, and strategic oversight to ensure the delivery of outstanding patient care. The supervisor orchestrates staff scheduling, upholds productivity standards, and possesses the authority to approve essential overtime, directly influencing operational efficiency, and patient outcomes.

As a cornerstone of team development, the supervisor leads the hiring, orientation, and comprehensive training of all team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning. Acting as a dynamic resource and mentor, the supervisor empowers staff, guiding them through complex clinical scenarios, and professional growth opportunities. Under the direction of the Home Care Services Clinical Operations Manager, the supervisor engages in high-level interprofessional problem-solving, spearheads performance improvement initiatives, and ensures unwavering compliance with regulatory standards. This includes conducting staff competency assessments and delivering thorough annual performance evaluations.

This supervisor must be a registered nurse with a robust foundation of clinical knowledge, particularly in home-based health services including acute and chronic pediatric care, palliative management of chronic conditions, and compassionate end-of-life care. This role requires exceptional judgment, decisive decision-making abilities, and advanced organizational skills to direct nursing operations effectively. Strong interpersonal skills are essential to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration across disciplines.

Accountability and a commitment to excellence define this position. The supervisor takes ownership of their own nursing practice, seeks continuous learning opportunities, and actively pursues professional development. Fundamental responsibilities include strategic planning, meticulous coordination, and rigorous evaluation of nursing and clinical activities to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered, interprofessional care. Moreover, the supervisor identifies and implements evidence-based nursing interventions, evaluates their impact on diverse patient populations, and acts as an indispensable resource for the home health and palliative care teams.

By promoting adherence to organizational policies and championing best practices, this role ensures that the highest standards of care and professionalism are consistently maintained, making a profound impact on the lives of patients and their families/caregivers.

Apply By Date: July 22nd, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• At least three (3) years of recent Home Health RN experience
• At least one (1) year of recent Home Health and Home-Based Palliative Care RN experience in a leadership role
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
• Knowledge of current trends in healthcare and interdisciplinary clinical practice.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional, and productive manner.
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Basic computer skills.
• Commitment to excellence in patient-centered care.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical considerations in healthcare and clinical practice including confidentiality, patient rights, and documentation standards relevant to position.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical), and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse (CHPN)
• OASIS Certification
• MSN or related field

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Leadership and Management
• 25% - Nursing Process and Practice
• 15% - Quality
• 5% - Nursing Research
• 5% - Professional Development

Department Overview

The UC Davis Health Home Care Services Department (HCS) is a full-service agency offering the best in home health care. Our Home Health Program is nationally ranked among the highest in patient satisfaction. Our mission is to provide exemplary home care that responds to the diverse physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients during the healing process.

Nurses provide care to patients ranging in age from pediatrics through geriatrics and patients have a large variety of medical needs. Patient conditions may include both acute and chronic conditions spanning across many care specialty areas. The focus of the nurses' in-home care is providing patient-centered care by supporting patient and families/caregiver goals.

Department Specific Job Scope

The primary responsibilities for this position consist of the oversight of total, comprehensive, continuous, and patient-centered care which includes assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive home health/home-based palliative care plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to university policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations.

Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with American Nurses' Association Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

The Home Care Services (HCS) department is made up of three primary programs: Hospice (inpatient and home care), Home Health, and Home-Based Palliative Care. This position is part of the operations leadership team and supervises the in-home services programs: home health (including pediatrics) and home-based palliative care.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $10,191.67 - $21,658.33
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 27
• UC Job Title: HOME HEALTH SUPV 2
• UC Job Code: 006494
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): Day 8am-5pm (may incl weekend, holiday, and on-call rotation)
• Location: UCDHAS Building (HSP165)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Work, Life and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
• Must be able to work variable work hours, occasional evenings, overtime, on-call, weekends, and holidays as defined by the collective bargaining agreements (if applicable).
• Work environment may include clients' homes, hospitals, care facilities, and clinics.
• Must be able to travel independently to these locations, using personal vehicle, at various times of day, including home settings with possible unhygienic conditions and/or homes with indoor/outdoor pets.
• Travel distance may vary based on client location.
• Must participate in the DMV pull notice system.
• Auto insurance must comply with UCDH Travel Regulations Policy G-28, pg. 18, item iii; Insurance Coverage: 50/100/50.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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