Clinical Coach

LeadingAge Virginia; Orange, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Continuing Life is seeking a part-time Clinical Coach to travel across California, mentoring clinical staff and ensuring high-quality patient care. Significant MDS expertise is required, with AANAC certification preferred.

The role supports a full-time Clinical Coach and may be based in San Diego, Orange County, San Fernando Valley/Ventura County, or Pleasanton, CA. Expect up to 75% travel and a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance.

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.
• RCFE license preferred.
• Expert level knowledge of the MDS and RAI process.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a personal car.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of time to locations in California, mainly Southern California.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite & Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains up to date knowledge of all Federal and State regulations pertaining to resident care in SNF and RCFE settings.
• Troubleshoot with leadership to minimize risk.
• Support nursing leadership with staff development and policy implementation.
• Audit nursing records and ensure proper retention.
• Screen applicants for nurse management positions.
• Stay current on clinical trends in senior living.
• Assist with survey preparation, plan of correction, and monitoring for compliance.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and employee information.
• Assist with EMR implementations and act as PCC administrator if needed.
• Serve as temporary interim DON during vacancies or extended leave.

Skills

Leadership

MDS expertise

Regulatory knowledge

Travel flexibility

Communication skills

Staff development

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

BSN or MSN preferred

Tools

Point Click Care

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Continuing Life is seeking a part-time (16-20 hours per week) Clinical Coach who will travel throughout California (in partnership with our full time Clinical Coach) to provide guidance and mentorship to clinical staff members, ensuring exceptional patient care outcomes. This position requires significant expertise with MDS. AANAC certification preferred.

This position can be based out of San Diego, Orange County, San Fernando Valley/Ventura County, or Pleasanton, California.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Maintains up to date knowledge of, and ensures compliance with, all Federal and State regulations pertaining to resident care in the SNF and RCFE levels of care.
• Participates in trouble-shooting with Director of Operations, Executive Directors, Directors of Nursing and Administrators to minimize risk.
• Supports the Assistant and Directors of Nursing 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.
• Audits nursing records and notes on an ongoing basis. Ensures compliance with record retention of such.
• Works with the clinical and administrative team in the screening of applicants for nurse management positions.
• Stays abreast of clinical trends and best practices throughout the senior living industry.
• Provides support as needed 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.
• Assist with the implementation and maintain, audit and create action plans for electronic medical record system.
• 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.
• RCFE license preferred.
• Expert level knowledge of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process.
• 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.