Regional Nurse Consultant

Avir Vista; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AVIR Vista is seeking a Regional Nurse Consultant to support our skilled nursing facilities in the West Texas area. This clinical leadership role focuses on developing teams, improving resident outcomes, and guiding facilities toward sustained regulatory success.

You will provide education, monitor clinical outcomes, assist with survey readiness, and mentor DONs and nursing leadership. Will travel regularly to facilities and collaborate with regional operations to uphold high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Texas RN license is required.
• Previous Director of Nursing or regional leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with CMS and Texas long-term care regulations.
• Ability to travel regularly to facilities across West Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership, education, and support to Directors of Nursing and clinical teams
• Monitor clinical outcomes, quality measures, and regulatory compliance
• Assist facilities with survey preparation and plans of correction
• Review high-risk events and implement corrective actions
• Conduct facility visits and follow-ups to ensure sustained improvements
• Mentor nursing leadership and promote accountability and strong clinical practices
• Collaborate with regional operations and risk management

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team development

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Texas RN license

Job description

Regional Nurse Consultant

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC) to support our skilled nursing facilities in the West Texas area. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong clinical leader who enjoys developing teams, improving resident outcomes, and helping facilities achieve sustained clinical and regulatory success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership, education, and support to facility Directors of Nursing and clinical teams
• Monitor clinical outcomes, quality measures, hospital transfers, staffing practices, and regulatory compliance
• Assist facilities with survey preparation, plans of correction, and ongoing compliance with CMS and Texas requirements
• Review high-risk clinical events and help implement effective corrective actions
• Conduct facility visits, audits, and follow-up reviews to ensure improvements are sustained
• Mentor nursing leadership and promote accountability, consistency, and strong clinical practices
• Collaborate with regional operations, risk management, and other company leaders
• Support facilities during surveys, leadership transitions, and other high-risk situations

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Texas RN license required
• Previous Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting required
• Regional or multi-facility experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of CMS and Texas long-term care regulations
• Proven experience with survey readiness, quality improvement, clinical systems, and team development
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the Houston area

Why Join AVIR Vista?

At AVIR Vista, we believe strong clinical leadership begins with supporting the people who care for our residents every day. Our Regional Nurse Consultants play a vital role in developing facility leaders, strengthening clinical systems, and ensuring residents receive safe, high-quality care. We offer a collaborative leadership team, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple communities.