Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Team Leader - Home Health

Des Plaines, Illinois

Ensure the overall coordination of home health services provided to the patient is delivered according to acceptable standards of practice and company procedures.

Posted Sep 12

Unit and setting: Home Health
License: RN license Must be licensed in the state in which they currently practice, or in accordance with the board of nursing rules for nurse licensure compact for the state in which they practice.RN license in state of practice or nurse licensure compact

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License: RN license in state of practice or nurse licensure compact Must be licensed in the state in which they currently practice, or in accordance with the board of nursing rules for nurse licensure compact for the state in which they practice. Check your license
Education: graduate of an approved school of professional nursing Must be a graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.
Also asks: knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home care Must have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the federal, state, and local laws and regulatory guidelines that govern a home care operation.
Also asks: basic technology skills, including mobile device operation Must have basic demonstrated technology skills, including operation of a mobile device.
Also asks: dependable transportation in good working condition Must maintain dependable transportation in good working condition.
Also asks: ability to safely drive an automobile in all weather conditions Must be able to safely drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions.

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What it pays

Against similar roles: In range for Illinois staff rolesIllinois staff postings that state pay run $68k/yr to $106k/yr, the middle half $77k/yr to $99k/yr, across 1,652 postings.
Tuition assistance: Continuing education and scholarship opportunities
Bonus: incentive bonus opportunities Incentive bonus opportunities

Benefits

Benefitsgenerous paid time off for full-time employeesGenerous paid time off for full-time employees
Benefits401(k) matching401(k) matching
Benefitsmedical, dental and vision coverageMedical, dental and vision coverage
Benefitssupplemental insurance optionsSupplemental insurance options
Benefitsflexible spending accountsFlexible spending accounts
Benefitscontinuing education and scholarship opportunitiesContinuing education and scholarship opportunities

The role and schedule

Day to day: coordinate home health services according to standards of practice and company procedures Ensure the overall coordination of home health services provided to the patient is delivered according to acceptable standards of practice and company procedures.
Day to day: review and approve patient documentation submitted for start of care, recertification, resumption of care, or evaluation visits Review and approve patient information submitted by the licensed professional during a start of care, recertification, resumption of care, or evaluation visit.
Day to day: facilitate relationships between physicians, referral sources, patients, caregivers, and staff Facilitate the relationship between physicians, referral sources, patients, caregivers, and employees.
Travel: driving an automobile in all types of weather conditions

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Scheduling

Employer advertises flexible schedules; PRN and part-time exempt home health RN roles are posted. Reviewers also cite flexible scheduling, with staffing shortages as a strain.

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Discover a rewarding career at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, one of the nation’s largest home-based care providers. Consistently recognized as a great place to work, Enhabit delivers exceptional care and fosters a collaborative culture that supports professional growth and ongoing development. With strong organizational stability, a commitment to excellence, and careers rooted in purpose, Enhabit empowers team members to build forward-moving careers while expanding what’s possible for care in the home.

Ensure the overall coordination of home health services provided to the patient is delivered according to acceptable standards of practice and company procedures. Review and approve patient information submitted by the licensed professional during a start of care, recertification, resumption of care, or evaluation visit. Facilitate the relationship between physicians, referral sources, patients, caregivers, and employees.

Must be a graduate of an approved school of professional nursing. Must be licensed in the state in which they currently practice, or in accordance with the board of nursing rules for nurse licensure compact for the state in which they practice. Must have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the federal, state, and local laws and regulatory guidelines that govern a home care operation.

Must have basic demonstrated technology skills, including operation of a mobile device. Must maintain dependable transportation in good working condition. Must be able to safely drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions.

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner.

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In Des Plaines, IL

Des Plaines, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,606/mo
Household income: $97,875/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Des Plaines, IL

NeighborhoodsDowntown Des Plaines offers walkable living along Miner Street with condo and apartment options clustered around the Metra station, local shops, and cafes. The Cumberland neighborhood is a popular choice for commuters, situated near the Cumberland Metra station and the Park Ridge border with a mix of single-family residences, townhomes, and condominiums. North Des Plaines, particularly surrounding Lake Park and Lake Opeka, provides a quieter, traditional suburban setting characterized by larger lots and tree-lined residential streets.

Downtown Des Plaines offers walkable living along Miner Street with condo and apartment options clustered around the Metra station, local shops, and cafes. The Cumberland neighborhood is a popular choice for commuters, situated near the Cumberland Metra station and the Park Ridge border with a mix of single-family residences, townhomes, and condominiums.

North Des Plaines, particularly surrounding Lake Park and Lake Opeka, provides a quieter, traditional suburban setting characterized by larger lots and tree-lined residential streets.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: optionpremier.com Source 2: sarahjividen.com

Getting aroundDes Plaines functions as a major transportation crossroads with direct access to Interstate 90, Interstate 294, and Route 14, providing straightforward driving routes to regional medical facilities and nearby employment hubs in Rosemont and Elk Grove. Public transit is centered on the Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line, which stops at both the downtown Des Plaines and Cumberland stations, with express trains reaching downtown Chicago in roughly 35 minutes. Downtown offers convenient municipal parking, though areas outside the rail core remain largely car-dependent and experience typical suburban rush-hour traffic.

Des Plaines functions as a major transportation crossroads with direct access to Interstate 90, Interstate 294, and Route 14, providing straightforward driving routes to regional medical facilities and nearby employment hubs in Rosemont and Elk Grove. Public transit is centered on the Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line, which stops at both the downtown Des Plaines and Cumberland stations, with express trains reaching downtown Chicago in roughly 35 minutes.

Downtown offers convenient municipal parking, though areas outside the rail core remain largely car-dependent and experience typical suburban rush-hour traffic.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: optionpremier.com Source 2: sarahjividen.com Source 3: desplainesil.gov Source 4: optionpremier.com

OutdoorsRecreation centers around Lake Opeka, which offers paved walking paths, open parkland, and golf facilities. The Des Plaines River Trail passes directly through the area, giving hikers, joggers, and cyclists an unpaved nature trail that winds through regional forest preserves. Water recreation is further supported by the Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center during the summer, alongside scenic natural preserves such as Big Bend Lake and historic Central Park.

Recreation centers around Lake Opeka, which offers paved walking paths, open parkland, and golf facilities. The Des Plaines River Trail passes directly through the area, giving hikers, joggers, and cyclists an unpaved nature trail that winds through regional forest preserves.

Water recreation is further supported by the Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center during the summer, alongside scenic natural preserves such as Big Bend Lake and historic Central Park.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: desplainesil.gov Source 3: reddit.com Source 4: optionpremier.com

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Living in Des Plaines

Des Plaines stands out in Chicago’s northwest suburbs as a grounded, pragmatic community where suburban space pairs with exceptional transit logistics. Situated roughly 17 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and bordering O’Hare International Airport, the city gives healthcare professionals rapid connectivity via Interstate 90, Interstate 294, and the Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line, which reaches downtown Chicago in about 35 minutes. Downtown Des Plaines offers walkable apartment and condo living alongside Miner Street cafes and the restored 1925 Des Plaines Theatre. Surrounding neighborhoods, including Cumberland and the Lake Park area, feature mid-century brick ranches, leafy lots, and access to outdoor recreation along Lake Opeka and the wooded Des Plaines River Trail. Everyday conveniences include dining at local staples like the Sugar Bowl diner and lakeside fare at Foxtail on the Lake. Residents navigate real tradeoffs, such as intermittent aircraft noise from O’Hare and flood insurance considerations along the river basin. For nurses seeking practical commutes to suburban facilities or city centers without sacrificing community amenities, Des Plaines provides a solid, accessible home base.

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Sources

As of 2026-09Source 1: optionpremier.com Source 2: apartments.com Source 3: sarahjividen.com Source 4: desplainesil.gov Source 5: reddit.com Source 6: optionpremier.com

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