Clinical Resource Nurse NorCal

Cambridge Healthcare Services; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Healthcare Services seeks a Clinical Resource Nurse to provide clinical expertise and support to regional DONs and facilities, coordinating with management and interdisciplinary teams. Must have strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and travel readiness to support multiple sites across Northern California.

The role emphasizes collaboration, adherence to federal/state guidelines, and ongoing staff training to ensure high-quality resident care and compliance with surveys and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Director of Nursing in a skilled care facility.
• RN license in good standing and active CPR/BLS certification.
• Must be located in Northern California and able to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Travel to multiple sites providing support to DONs and Administrators.
• Ensure all facility clinical procedures are followed.
• Train nursing staff on required clinical practices.
• Stay updated on nursing regulations affecting resident care.
• Assist facilities with surveys, inspections, and mandated requirements.
• Adhere to infection control policies and other facility regulations.
• Attend meetings as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Effective communication

Regulatory interpretation

Travel readiness

Education

RN program completion

RN license in good standing

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Provide strong process support and clinical expertise in collaboration with the facility’s Director of Nursing. Candidates must have a minimum of two years of experience as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility

Must be located in Northern California.

Salary: $180k + DOE

POSITION SUMMARY

The Clinical Resource Nurse will be responsible for providing expertise and assistance to their region regarding clinical practices in accordance with current federal, state, and local guidelines that govern the facility and as directed by management. This individual will be adept and working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. They will communicate effectively with all levels of staff. They will show commitment to always doing the right thing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Traveling to multiple sites providing support to DONs and Administrators as required
• Ensuring that all facility clinical required procedures are being followed
• Training nursing staff regarding required clinical practices for successful resident outcomes
• Keeping updated on nursing regulations as they impact resident care
• Assisting facilities with surveys, inspections and other mandated requirements
• Following infection control policies and other facility regulated requirements
• Attending meetings

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

REQUIREMENTS

Education / Licensure

• Completion of RN training from accredited school or college
• Valid RN license in good standing
• Valid CPR and BLS card

Qualifications / Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Director of Nursing in skilled care facility
• Must have more than 5 years of nursing experience preferably in skilled care setting
• Must have supervisory experience
• Must be adept at reading and interpreting legislation; clinical reports, other data as required
• Must be able to communicate proficiently speaking, presenting, and writing
• Experience with Point Click Care is a plus

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Repetitive hand motion (writing, typing, taking notes, and talking on the phone)
• Must be able to walk, sit, and stand intermittently throughout the day
• May be prolonged periods of sitting
• Ability to read on computer or laptop