RN Full-time
WesleyLife

Regional Nurse (RN) Consultant - DON

WesleyLife Riverdale, IA 52722, US

A Typical Day for a Regional Nurse (RN) Consultant - DON :

Interim Leadership Support

  • Serve as an interim Director of Health Services or Assistant Director of Health Services, ensuring continuity of leadership and clinical operations during vacancies or transitions.
  • Lead and support day‑to‑day clinical operations, including staffing oversight, care delivery, and workflow support.
  • Maintain clinical leadership responsibilities within the Electronic Health Record (PointClickCare).
  • Provide onsite direction, coaching, and decision‑making aligned with WesleyLife expectations, policies, and standards of practice.

Clinical Quality & Documentation Leadership

  • Ensure clinical documentation accurately reflects residents’ conditions, care needs, and services provided.
  • Evaluate documentation practices and support nursing team members in consistently maintaining high‑quality, compliant records.
  • Provide education and instruction to team members regarding required documentation, nurse notes, care planning processes, and clinical expectations.
  • Provide education and support related to admissions processes, baseline care plans, Kardex development, and care transitions.

Audit, Compliance & Regulatory Support

  • Conduct audits and assessments to evaluate compliance with State and Federal regulations and WesleyLife standards.
  • Identify areas of improvement and collaborate with community team members to create and implement actionable plans.
  • Prepare reports for local leaders and the Network Support Center outlining findings, risks, and recommendations.
  • Participate in annual DIA survey processes, mock surveys, and regulatory visits as requested.

    Requirements:

    • Must hold an active, unencumbered Iowa RN license.
    • Minimum of two years of leadership-level experience in geriatric nursing or long‑term care.
    • Expert knowledge of State and Federal regulations, clinical standards of practice, CMS/DIA requirements, quality assurance systems, and person‑directed care models.
    • Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical practices relevant to long-term care and/or skilled stay.
    • High professionalism, integrity, and the ability to maintain confidentiality of residents, team, and business information.
    • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with clinical and operational leaders at all levels.
    • Strong communication, relationship‑building, and coaching skills.
    • High flexibility and adaptability due to the provisional nature of the role, with the ability to lead through influence rather than authority.
    • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and support change across diverse teams and environments.
    • Must demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with clinical leadership, operational leadership, and team members.
    • Strong communication, coaching, and relationship‑building skills.
    • Ability to work independently, quickly assess situations, and lead with confidence.
    • Demonstrated ability to adapt to new environments quickly and lead through influence.
    • Excellent organization, prioritization, and time‑management skills.
    • Comfort and effectiveness in a full‑travel role, supporting multiple communities as needs arise.

      Why Choose WesleyLife?  

      At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day.

      WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.  

      WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution!  

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