Clinical Coach

ACNL; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Continuing Life seeks a part-time Clinical Coach to travel across California, providing advisory, mentorship, and clinical guidance to nursing teams in post-acute and skilled nursing facilities. The role supports six facilities with significant regulatory and MDS responsibilities.

This position requires leadership in clinical practice, compliance, and staff development, with strong communication skills and a hands-on coaching approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility.
• BSN or MSN preferred.
• Working knowledge of State and Federal regulations and the survey process.
• Expert level knowledge of the MDS and RAI process. AANAC certification preferred.
• Have a current driver's license and access to a personal car.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of time to locations in California, mainly Southern California.

Responsibilities

• Maintains up to date knowledge of, and ensures compliance with, all Federal and State regulations pertaining to resident care in post-acute, skilled nursing facilities.
• Support clinical leadership in driving improvement in key clinical indicators (falls, infections, readmissions, pressure injuries, antipsychotic utilization, QM).
• Participates in trouble-shooting with Directors of Nursing, MDS, Directors of Staff Development and Administrators to minimize risk.
• Support clinical leadership with staff development, implementation of clinical protocols, and policy development for compliance.
• Strong communications as a hands-on educator and coach.
• Audits nursing records and provides onsite survey support and plan of correction development.

Skills

DON experience

MDS knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

BSN/MSN preferred

Tools

Point Click Care

Microsoft Office

Job description

Continuing Life is a support and advisory company seeking a part-time Clinical Coach, minimum 20 hours per week with potential for full-time in future.This position will travel throughout California (in partnership with our full- time Clinical Coach) to provide advisory, mentorship and clinical guidance to nursing team members to support exceptional patient care outcomes. This position supports six (6) skilled nursing facilities ranging from 45-59 licensed beds on the campus of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs).This position requires significant clinical and regulatory expertise with MDS experience preferred.

This position can be based out of San Diego, Orange County or Ventura County.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Maintains up to date knowledge of, and ensures compliance with, all Federal and State regulations pertaining to resident care in the post-acute, skilled nursing facility environment.
• Support clinical leadership in driving improvement in key clinical indicators, including falls, infections, hospital readmissions, pressure injuries, antipsychotic utilization and quality measure performance (QM).
• Participates in trouble-shooting with Directors of Nursing, MDS, Directors of Staff Development and Administrators to minimize risk.
• Support clinical leadership with staff development, implementation of clinical protocols and the development/revision of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and current standards of practice.
• Strong communicator that enjoys being a coach and hands-on educator.
• Audits nursing records and documentation on an ongoing basis.
• Works with the clinical and administrative team in the screening of applicants for nurse management positions.
• Provides onsite support through the survey process including assistance with preparation for survey, writing the plan of correction, developing an action plan, and monitoring for compliance.
• Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents' families, visitors and staff. All information obtained in the field is kept strictly confidential.
• Key administrator of electronic medical record system (Point Click Care).
• Serves as temporary interim DON during position vacancies or extended leaves of absence.
• Protects the privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to the residents and employees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of five years as a Director of Nursing (DON) in a skilled nursing facility.
• BSN or MSN preferred
• Working knowledge of State and Federal regulations and the survey process.
• Expert level knowledge of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process. AANAC certification preferred.
• Have a current driver's license and access to a personal car. Ability to work with a team, be self-directed, organized and flexible.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of time to locations in California, mainly Southern California.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to facilitate group presentations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office Suite & Point Click Care. Ability to learn new computer applications.