Regional Nurse Consultant (RN) - Assisted LivingAmericare Senior Living is seeking an experienced
Regional Nurse Consultant (RN) to support our
Assisted Living communities across the Missouri Region.
In this role, you'll serve as a
clinical advisor, mentor, and compliance partner, helping communities strengthen regulatory readiness, elevate quality of care, and drive consistency through auditing, education, and consultation.
Why this role stands out:- Salary: $85,000 + $15,000 bonus potential
- Focus on clinical audits, regulatory compliance, and education, not daily staffing
- Opportunities to shape training and regulatory processes
This role is ideal for an RN with
5+ years of senior living experience, strong knowledge of
Missouri and Illinois regulations, and the ability to analyze trends, present findings, and educate leaders in both virtual and in-person settings.
If you're passionate about
clinical excellence, regulatory integrity, and mentoring nursing leaders, this is a chance to make a broad, lasting impact.
Benefits & Perks- Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus structure
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Leadership development and executive coaching opportunities
- Expense support and travel reimbursement
- Recognition and performance incentive programs
Your Role as the Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC)Assisted Living DivisionThe
Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC) plays a critical role in ensuring Americare Senior Living delivers on its promise to be a provider of choice in Senior Living. In this role, you'll serve as a clinical mentor, advisor, and compliance partner to Assisted Living communities-supporting quality care, regulatory adherence, and resident quality of life.
Reporting to the
Senior Vice President of Operations, the RNC supports Americare's
Flourish Wellness Program, grounded in the
ICCA Seven Dimensions of Wellness, while coaching and developing Directors of Nursing and clinical leaders across assigned regions.
SummaryThe Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC) is responsible for promoting clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and wellness-focused care across Americare's Assisted Living communities.
This role audits resident records, supports plans of correction, provides training and mentorship to nursing leaders, and partners closely with Operations leadership to mitigate risk, support investigations, and drive continuous improvement. The RNC delivers both virtual and on-site consultation and serves as a trusted clinical resource to community leadership teams.
This role may also be known as:Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC), Regional Clinical Consultant, Assisted Living Clinical Consultant, or Regional Wellness Nurse.
What You'll DoClinical Leadership & Mentorship- Serve as a nurse mentor and clinical advisor to Assisted Living leadership and nursing teams
- Support Director of Nursing orientation, onboarding, and ongoing development
- Establish and execute training plans for nursing leadership and frontline staff
- Provide clinical guidance and consultation to community leadership
Compliance & Risk Management- Audit resident records to ensure quality care and compliance with policies and regulations
- Assist communities with Plans of Correction following regulatory citations
- Notify Regional Director of Operations (RDO) or Vice President of Operations of events posing compliance or litigation risk
- Assist with investigations and follow-up education at the direction of Operations leadership
Wellness & Quality of Life- Promote and monitor Americare's Flourish Wellness Program
- Educate teams on the Seven Dimensions of Wellness and integrate into daily practice
- Support resident-at-risk reviews, discharges, and transfers as needed
Training & Support- Deliver virtual and on-site training on policies, procedures, and dementia care (as applicable)
- Collaborate with Regional Support Nurses to promote clinical consistency and excellence
- Participate in recruitment, interviewing, and selection of nursing leadership roles as needed
On-Site & On-Call Support- Provide on-site clinical support at least annually (or more frequently as requested)
- Provide on-call nursing support when DON positions are vacant or as requested
Collaboration & Communication- Communicate routinely with RDOs regarding clinical performance, surveys, site visits, and events
- Partner closely with Administrators, Directors of Nursing, Regional Support Nurses, and Operations leaders
What You BringEducation- Graduate of a state-approved school of nursing
Licensure / Certification- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
Experience & Knowledge- Five (5) years of long-term care experience preferred
- Two (2) years of nurse management experience preferred
- Knowledge of Assisted Living regulations across MO, KS, TN, MS, and IL (region-dependent)
- Experience applying state and federal regulations to policy and procedure development
Skills & Competencies- Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities
- Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills
- Ability to lead meetings, trainings, and collaborative discussions
- Professional judgment, discretion, and solutions-focused mindset
- Acts as a role model for Hometown Hospitality and RISING values
Requirements- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel regularly, including overnight stays as needed
Work Environment & Schedule- Exempt position
- Core hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Additional hours as required for travel, on-call support, emergencies, and job responsibilities
Physical & Sensory Demands- Stand, sit, walk, bend, reach, crouch, kneel, stoop, lift up to 35 lbs., and push/pull up to 100 lbs
- Perform computer-based tasks with accuracy and attention to detail
- Auditory, visual, and verbal communication abilities required
- Adherence to all safety, PPE, OSHA, and company policies
Join
Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful regional impact by elevating clinical excellence, supporting nursing leaders, and enhancing quality of life across our Assisted Living communities.
