Regional Clinical Consultant

Aura Care Group; Minnesota; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mileage reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education and certs support

Leadership that values clinical voice

Job summary

Aura Care Group is seeking a Regional Clinical Consultant (Travel) to lead clinical operations across five Minnesota nursing facilities. The role requires traveling between sites, partnering with Directors of Nursing and administrators to maintain high care quality and survey readiness.

The successful candidate will bring an active Minnesota RN license, 5+ years in long-term care leadership, and deep knowledge of CMS and MDH rules.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Minnesota.
• 5+ years of long-term care nursing experience with leadership roles (DON/ADON or multi-facility).
• Strong knowledge of CMS Participation Requirements and Minnesota regulations.
• Experience leading mock surveys and quality improvement initiatives.
• Confident coach and communicator who can influence leaders without direct authority.
• Organized and self-directed, able to manage priorities across multiple buildings.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight and support to nursing leadership at each facility.
• Conduct clinical audits, mock surveys, and quality reviews with actionable improvement plans.
• Lead survey readiness for MDH and CMS, support plans of correction after deficiencies.
• Monitor quality outcomes and track key metrics (falls, infections, weight loss, etc.).
• Guide QAPI programs and infection prevention practices in each building.
• Investigate incidents and reporting under state act; support investigations as needed.
• Develop and deliver clinical training, competency checks, and mentoring for staff.
• Keep policies current with state and federal regulations; report to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Quality improvement

Influence without authority

Education

RN license (Minnesota)

Job description

Regional Clinical Consultant (Travel)

Aura Care Group | Minnesota, travel across 5 skilled nursing facilities | Full-time

About Us

Aura Care Group operates five skilled nursing facilities across Minnesota. We're committed to person-centered care, a culture where staff feel supported, and clinical standards our residents and families can trust.

The Role

As Regional Clinical Consultant, you'll be the clinical lead for all five of our Minnesota nursing homes. This is a travel position. You'll rotate between facilities, working side by side with Directors of Nursing and administrators to strengthen care quality and keep every building survey-ready.

What You'll Do

• Provide clinical oversight, guidance, and support to Directors of Nursing and nursing leadership at each facility
• Conduct clinical audits, mock surveys, and quality reviews, and turn findings into clear improvement plans
• Lead survey readiness for Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and CMS surveys, and support plans of correction after any deficiencies
• Monitor quality outcomes, tracking falls, pressure injuries, infections, unplanned weight loss, antipsychotic use, and rehospitalizations
• Guide QAPI programs and infection prevention and control practices in each building
• Support investigations into incidents, complaints, and suspected maltreatment, including reporting under the Minnesota Vulnerable Adults Act
• Develop and deliver clinical training, competency checks, and mentoring for nurses and nursing assistants
• Keep clinical policies and procedures current with state and federal regulations
• Report regularly to leadership on clinical risk and performance

What You'll Bring

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Minnesota
• 5+ years of long-term care nursing experience, including leadership as a DON, ADON, or multi-facility clinical role
• Strong knowledge of the CMS Requirements of Participation, the survey process, and Minnesota nursing home regulations
• Experience leading mock surveys, plans of correction, and quality improvement
• Confident coach and communicator who can influence leaders without direct authority
• Organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing priorities across multiple buildings

Nice to Have

• Wound care (WCC/CWS) or infection preventionist certification
• Background in clinical education

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Mileage reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Support for continuing education and certifications
• A leadership team that genuinely values clinical voice

Aura Care Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent on a Minnesota Department of Human Services background study.