Regional Nurse Consultant

Relocation to Southern New Mexico is required.

About the role

The Nurse Consultant/Regional Director of Clinical Operations serves as the primary clinical resource for assigned facilities, partnering with them to achieve clinical excellence and developing distinctive clinical programming and processes. The role interfaces with the Regional Director of Operations, Director of Staff Development, Facility Rehab Director, MDS Coordinator, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist facility management with implementation of resident care policies, procedures, and company standards of practice.
• Conduct facility reviews, including mock survey visits, to assess compliance with Federal and State regulations and company standards; prepare and deliver reports.
• Communicate identified problems, recommend solutions, and maintain ongoing discussion with leadership.
• Provide clinical quality assurance for interdisciplinary processes and deliver relevant educational information to nursing teams.
• Design and implement learning activities and formal educational programs.
• Identify trends in resident care and collaborate with facility teams on quality‑improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate nursing and clinical practices for consistency with Standards of Professional Practice, State Nurse Practice Act, and regulatory requirements.
• Apply leadership skills to guide staff toward defined goals, linking people and resources as needed.
• Assist in managing challenges and facilitate team purpose.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with internal staff, external consultants, and partners.
• Participate in the interview process for Director of Nursing Services positions.
• Facilitate the interdisciplinary team (IDT) in care‑management processes.
• Assist in analysis and direction of the nursing department budget and labor hours.
• Interpret PPS and RAI processes for clinical reimbursement implications.
• Manage HMO, change‑of‑condition, and level‑authorization processes.

Minimum Requirements

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Regional experience (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years long‑term care experience (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Director of Nursing.