Regional Nursing Leader & DON Coach (LTC)

Sweetwater Care; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking an experienced Clinical Nursing Resource with RN licensure in Ohio or a compact state to partner with clinical leaders across our long-term care facilities. The role focuses on coaching Directors of Nursing toward clinical, cultural, and financial excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance and strong outcomes.

The DON-level leadership requires at least five years in long-term care, multi-site experience, and a willingness to travel frequently among facilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Valid RN license in Ohio or compact state; CPR certification; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conducts on-site reviews of clinical operations, medical records, and staff performance.
• Educates facility staff in clinical and regulatory issues; mentors Directors of Nursing.
• Identifies quality of care issues and supports corrective action.
• Quantifies data for tracking and improving quality and infection prevention oversight.
• Provides guidance to Directors of Nursing and supports facility plans of correction.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

CMS knowledge

Multi-site leadership

Mentoring

Staff coaching

Clinical excellence

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking an experienced Clinical Nursing Resource with RN licensure in Ohio or a compact state to partner with clinical leaders across our long-term care facilities. The role focuses on coaching Directors of Nursing toward clinical, cultural, and financial excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance and strong outcomes.

The DON-level leadership requires at least five years in long-term care, multi-site experience, and a willingness to travel frequently among facilities.