About this opportunity
Americare Senior Living lists this Regional Nurse Consultant (RN) opportunity in sikeston, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Regional Nurse Consultant (RN) – Assisted Living
Americare Senior Living is seeking an experienced Regional Nurse Consultant (RN) to support our Assisted Living communities across the Missouri Region.
In this role, you’ll serve as a clinical advisor, mentor, and compliance partner , helping communities strengthen regulatory readiness, elevate quality of care, and drive consistency through auditing, education, and consultation.
Why This Role Stands Out
Salary: $85,000 + $15,000 bonus potential
Focus on clinical audits, regulatory compliance, and education, not daily staffing
Opportunities to shape training and regulatory processes
This role is ideal for an RN with 5+ years of senior living experience, strong knowledge of Missouri and Illinois regulations , and the ability to analyze trends, present findings, and educate leaders in both virtual and in-person settings.
If you’re passionate about clinical excellence, regulatory integrity, and mentoring nursing leaders , this is a chance to make a broad, lasting impact.
Lead with Purpose in Senior Living
Are you a leader in healthcare or senior living operations ready to make a broader impact? At Americare, you’ll lead teams, drive performance, and shape the resident and employee experience.
Who We Are
Established senior living operator with a strong reputation and 40+ year legacy
Operates across multiple states with a focus on resident-centered care
Culture rooted in RISING values: Respect
Integrity
Servant Heart
Inspire
Nurture
Growth
Recognized as a Great Place to Work and national industry leader
Why Join Americare
Lead high-performing teams in a mission-driven organization
Influence operational excellence, growth, and resident satisfaction
Partner with executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives
Autonomy with strong home office support
Opportunity to develop leaders and build a strong culture
Benefits & Perks
Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus structure
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k) with company contribution
Leadership development and executive coaching opportunities
Expense support and travel reimbursement
Recognition and performance incentive programs
Your Role as the Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC)
The Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC) plays a critical role in ensuring Americare Senior Living delivers on its promise to be a provider of choice in Senior Living. In this role, you’ll serve as a clinical mentor, advisor, and compliance partner to Assisted Living communities—supporting quality care, regulatory adherence, and resident quality of life.
Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Operations , the RNC supports Americare’s Flourish Wellness Program , grounded in the ICCA Seven Dimensions of Wellness , while coaching and developing Directors of Nursing and clinical leaders across assigned regions.
Summary
The Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC) is responsible for promoting clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and wellness-focused care across Americare’s Assisted Living communities.
This role audits resident records, supports plans of correction, provides training and mentorship to nursing leaders, and partners closely with Operations leadership to mitigate risk, support investigations, and drive continuous improvement. The RNC delivers both virtual and on-site consultation and serves as a trusted clinical resource to community leadership teams.
This Role May Also Be Known As
Regional Nurse Consultant (RNC), Regional Clinical Consultant, Assisted Living Clinical Consultant, or Regional Wellness Nurse.
What You’ll Do
Clinical Leadership & Mentorship
Serve as a nurse mentor and clinical advisor to Assisted Living leadership and nursing teams
Support Director of Nursing orientation, onboarding, and ongoing development
Establish and execute training plans for nursing leadership and frontline staff
Provide clinical guidance and consultation to community leadership
Compliance & Risk Management
Audit resident records to ensure quality care and compliance with policies and regulations
Assist communities with Plans of Correction following regulatory citations
Notify Regional Director of Operations (RDO) or Vice President of Operations of events posing compliance or litigation risk
Assist with investigations and follow-up education at the direction of Operations leadership
Wellness & Quality of Life
Promote and monitor Americare’s Flourish Wellness Program
Educate teams on the Seven Dimensions of Wellness and integrate into daily practice
Support resident-at-risk reviews, discharges, and transfers as needed
Training & Support
Deliver virtual and on-site training on policies, procedures, and dementia care (as applicable)
Collaborate with Regional Support Nurses to promote clinical consistency and excellence
Participate in recruitment, interviewing, and selection of nursing leadership roles as needed
On-Site & On-Call Support
Provide on-site clinical support at least annually (or more frequently as requested)
Provide on-call nursing support when DON positions are vacant or as requested
Collaboration & Communication
Communicate routinely with RDOs regarding clinical performance, surveys, site visits, and events
Partner closely with Administrators, Directors of Nursing, Regional Support Nurses, and Operations leaders
What You Bring
Education
Graduate of a state-approved school of nursing
Licensure / Certification
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
Experience & Knowledge
Five (5) years of long-term care experience preferred
Two (2) years of nurse management experience preferred
Knowledge of Assisted Living regulations across MO, KS, TN, MS, and IL (region-dependent)
Experience applying state and federal regulations to policy and procedure development
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities
Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills
Ability to lead meetings, trainings, and collaborative discussions
Professional judgment, discretion, and solutions-focused mindset
Acts as a role model for Hometown Hospitality and RISING values
Requirements
Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation
Ability to travel regularly, including overnight stays as needed
Work Environment & Schedule
Exempt position
Core hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Additional hours as required for travel, on-call support, emergencies, and job responsibilities
Physical & Sensory Demands
Stand, sit, walk, bend, reach, crouch, kneel, stoop, lift up to 35 lbs., and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
Perform computer-based tasks with accuracy and attention to detail
Auditory, visual, and verbal communication abilities required
Adherence to all safety, PPE, OSHA, and company policies
Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful regional impact by elevating clinical excellence, supporting nursing leaders, and enhancing quality of life across our Assisted Living communities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Americare Senior Living is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.
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Worksite address
sikeston, MO, 63801, US
Who can apply
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