Regional Nurse Consultant RN

Lion Care; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lion Care in Florida is seeking an experienced Regional Nurse Consultant (RN) to join our clinical leadership team. The role provides clinical oversight, education, mentorship, and operational support to skilled nursing facilities across Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Polk Counties.

Ideal candidates bring a Florida RN license, 5+ years in nursing leadership in long-term care, and 2+ years as RNC, with strong CMS/AHCA knowledge.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Florida RN license or multistate license with Florida practice privileges.
• 5+ years nursing leadership in skilled nursing/long-term care; 2+ years as Regional Nurse Consultant.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, Florida AHCA, and survey processes.
• Experience with clinical quality improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel across Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Polk counties.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and support to Directors of Nursing and facility teams.
• Monitor outcomes, quality measures, and regulatory compliance across assigned facilities.
• Conduct facility visits, clinical audits, and quality assurance reviews.
• Support survey readiness, regulatory inspections, plans of correction, and CMS/AHCA requirements.
• Identify clinical trends, develop performance improvement initiatives, and assist with corrective action plans.
• Mentor nursing leadership to promote accountability and clinical excellence.
• Assist with clinical investigations, root cause analyses, and risk management initiatives.
• Collaborate with Administrators, interdisciplinary teams, and regional leadership to improve resident outcomes and operational performance.
• Support implementation of clinical policies, procedures, programs, and best practices.
• Provide hands-on support during challenging clinical or regulatory situations.

Skills

Florida RN license

Nursing leadership

CMS regulations

Quality improvement

Job description

Now Hiring: Regional Nurse Consultant (RN)

Location: Pinellas, Hillsborough & Polk Counties, Florida
Position: Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC)
Job Type: Full-Time | Regional Leadership
Industry: Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care

Join Our Clinical Leadership Team!

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and dynamic Regional Nurse Consultant (RN) to join our growing clinical leadership team!

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate nursing leader who thrives on developing teams, driving clinical excellence, and making a meaningful impact on resident care.

The Regional Nurse Consultant will provide clinical oversight, education, mentorship, and operational support to skilled nursing facilities throughout Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Polk Counties.

Our ideal candidate is a strong clinical leader who is knowledgeable in regulatory compliance, proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement, and passionate about helping Directors of Nursing and their teams succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership, guidance, and support to Directors of Nursing and facility nursing teams.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, quality measures, and regulatory compliance across assigned facilities.
• Conduct routine facility visits, clinical audits, and quality assurance reviews.
• Support facilities in survey readiness, regulatory inspections, plans of correction, and ongoing compliance with CMS and Florida AHCA requirements.
• Identify clinical trends, develop performance improvement initiatives, and assist with implementation of corrective action plans.
• Mentor, educate, and develop nursing leadership teams to promote accountability and clinical excellence.
• Assist with clinical investigations, root cause analyses, and risk management initiatives.
• Collaborate with Administrators, interdisciplinary teams, and regional leadership to improve resident outcomes and operational performance.
• Support implementation of clinical policies, procedures, programs, and best practices.
• Provide hands-on support and guidance during challenging clinical or regulatory situations.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active, unrestricted Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license or multistate license with Florida practice privileges.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care and 2 years of experience as a Regional Nurse Consultant.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, Florida AHCA requirements, and survey processes.
• Demonstrated experience with clinical quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and nursing team development.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Polk Counties.

Preferred:

• Previous Regional Nurse Consultant or multi-facility clinical leadership experience.
• Director of Nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility.
• Experience with survey management, plans of correction, and quality assurance/performance improvement (QAPI).

What We're Looking For

We want a leader who:

• Leads by example and inspires confidence in nursing teams.
• Builds relationships and knows how to coach, mentor, and develop strong leaders.
• Is solutions-oriented and approaches challenges with confidence and professionalism.
• Has a passion for clinical excellence and improving resident outcomes.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment while maintaining high standards of accountability.
• Is proactive, organized, and adaptable in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Why Join Our Team?

You'll have the opportunity to make a difference beyond the walls of a single facility. As a Regional Nurse Consultant, you will help shape clinical practices, strengthen nursing leadership, and positively influence the quality of care delivered to residents across multiple communities.

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