Nurse Consultant Job Description
Nurse Consultant (Clinical Resource)
Our expectation is that you will perform your job in a manner consistent with our Core Values CELEBRATION – ACCOUNTABILITY - PASSION FOR LEARNING - LOVE ONE ANOTHER - INTELLIGENT RISK TAKING - CUSTOMER SECOND - OWNERSHIP
POSITION SUMMARY: To provide clinical oversight of skilled nursing operations in your assigned Market. As a Clinical Resource, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
· Contributes to identifying, recruiting and orienting Directors of Nursing Services for the skilled nursing operations in assigned Market.
· Leads or supports regular Clinical Market Meetings to provide opportunities for clinical leadership to regularly share ideas, practices and engage in peer accountability.
· Ensures that mock facility surveys (inspections) are conducted annually by Market Resources.
· Provides subject matter expert advice on federal and state nursing home regulations and skilled nursing facility clinical policies and procedures.
· Designates and mentors Clinical Cluster Leaders within Market who lead regular cluster communications which enable peer accountability for clinical and cultural results
· Reviewing and participating in implementation and continued refinement of clinical systems to ensure quality and identifying and participating in training development and delivery to clinical staff through hands on direct patent care demonstration and documentation.
· Review charts for clinical quality and accuracy of documentation, with direct involvement and corrective or improvement actions in record as indicated, and recommendations for educational opportunities.
· Reviewing MDS assessments and care planning, with direct involvement and corrective or improvement actions in record as indicated, based on clinical assessment of resident, and supporting medical information in resident record.
· Assisting with IV administration and med pass as needed.
· Participating in resident assessment and documentation, with direct involvement and corrective or improvement actions in record as indicated, based on clinical assessment of resident and supporting medical information in resident record
· Provides staff training and in-services on topics including PCC and competencies.
· Assisting DON with managing and nursing facility nursing services.
· Accountable for clinical results of skilled nursing operations in assigned Market.
Education and/or Experience:
· Minimum of five (5) years experience in long term care or health care management required with proven track record of financial, clinical and cultural success.
-Prefer five (5) or more years experience as Director of Nursing.
· Experience in directing clinical operations.
Certificates and Licenses:
· Registered Nurse with a current license in the state of practice.
Other Specific Requirements
· Must provide evidence of being free of tuberculosis infection upon hire and as set forth by the policies of the facility.
· Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
· Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.
· Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
· Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
· Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
· Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Join our team as a Nurse Consultant where your expertise will make a significant impact on patient care quality and safety. We look forward to your application!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
