Restorative and Quality Assurance RN

US Healthcare Consulting Holdings LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Birmingham Rehabilitation & Wellness is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead Restorative Nursing and Quality Assurance initiatives. The role focuses on maintaining resident function, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving clinical quality across restorative and QA programs.

The position requires an active RN license, long term care experience, and CPR/BLS certification, with strong skills in documentation, data tools, and EHR usage to support performance improvement and CMS readiness.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered RN license in the state of practice.
• Long term care or skilled nursing experience required.
• Experience in restorative nursing, MDS, quality assurance, or QAPI preferred.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, quality measures, and survey processes.
• Current CPR and BLS certification.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and basic data tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee restorative nursing care plans.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate restorative staff on restorative techniques.
• Coordinate with therapy to transition residents to restorative programs.
• Monitor progress toward functional goals and documentation of services.

Skills

RN licensure

Restorative nursing

QAPI/Quality improvement

Documentation

EHR proficiency

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to lead our Restorative Nursing and Quality Assurance functions. This dual focus role oversees restorative care programs that maintain and improve resident function, while supporting the facility's quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives. You will play a key part in optimizing resident outcomes, regulatory compliance, and clinical quality.

Schedule

Full time, primarily day shift, Monday through Friday, with occasional flexibility as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Restorative Nursing

• Develop, implement, and oversee individualized restorative nursing care plans
• Train, supervise, and evaluate restorative aides and nursing staff on restorative techniques
• Coordinate with therapy staff to transition residents from skilled therapy to restorative programs
• Monitor resident progress toward functional goals such as mobility, activities of daily living, range of motion, and ambulation
• Ensure accurate documentation of restorative services to support care and reimbursement

Quality Assurance and QAPI

• Support QAPI program activities, including data collection, audits, and performance improvement projects
• Conduct chart audits and clinical reviews to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Monitor quality measures, including those affecting Five Star ratings and survey readiness
• Assist in developing and tracking corrective action plans
• Support compliance with CMS, state, and federal regulations
• Prepare reports and present findings to the interdisciplinary team and leadership

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered RN license in the state of practice
• Long term care or skilled nursing experience required
• Experience in restorative nursing, MDS, quality assurance, or QAPI preferred
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, quality measures, and survey processes
• Current CPR and BLS certification
• Strong analytical, documentation, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with EHR systems and basic data tools

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout the facility, demonstrate restorative techniques, and assist with resident transfers as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive salary $35.00-$44.00/hr
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off, Holiday pay, and 401k plan options
• Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities

Birmingham Rehabilitation & Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer.