Restorative and Quality Assurance RN

Birmingham Rehabilitation; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Birmingham Rehabilitation in Birmingham, AL seeks a Registered Nurse to lead our Restorative Nursing and Quality Assurance efforts. You will oversee restorative care programs, support compliance with CMS and Five Star initiatives, and partner with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident outcomes.

The role requires an active RN license, long-term care experience, and strong data skills. You will train staff, monitor progress toward functional goals, ensure accurate documentation, and drive

Qualifications

• Active RN license in home state or state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• 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 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, ADLs, ROM, and ambulation.
• Ensure accurate documentation of restorative services to support care and reimbursement.
• Support QAPI program activities, including data collection, audits, and improvement projects.
• Conduct chart audits and clinical reviews to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Monitor quality measures 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.

Skills

RN leadership

Restorative nursing

Quality assurance / QAPI

Documentation

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

EHR proficiency

Education

RN license (state-specific)

Tools

EHR systems

Basic data tools

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.