Home Health Clinical Consultant/SME at Comfort Plus Healthcare Services – Plainfield, Illinois

We are a licensed and growing home health and private duty nursing agency seeking a Clinical Consultant / Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support internal projects aimed at improving clinical documentation, compliance, workflows, and operational efficiency.

This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep knowledge of home health regulations, nursing documentation, and day-to-day agency operations. You will collaborate with our leadership and quality assurance teams to optimize processes, ensure compliance with CMS and state requirements, and advise on internal systems and tools.

• Provide expert guidance on clinical workflows, forms, and best practices for RN, LPN, HHA, and therapy staff.
• Review and help improve documentation standards (OASIS, Plan of Care, Visit Notes, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with Medicare/Medicaid, state regulations, and accreditation standards (CHAP, ACHC, or JCAHO).
• Advise on internal tools, templates, and process improvements to support efficient and compliant care delivery.
• Assist in training development for clinical and administrative staff on documentation and regulatory practices.
• Participate in internal audits and quality assurance reviews to identify gaps or areas for improvement.

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current or previous licensure strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of home health care experience, including field visits and case management.
• In-depth knowledge of OASIS, POC development, care coordination, and CMS home health guidelines.
• Experience with home health EMRs and understanding of clinical workflows and documentation standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Prior experience in consulting, QA, or clinical operations support is a plus.