Senior Nurse Consultant

PruittHealth • Columbia, SC • 3h ago

JOB PURPOSE:

The primary purpose of the Senior Nurse Consultant is to support long-term care centers in achieving and sustaining regulatory compliance by, identifying areas of risk, and guiding teams through proactive quality improvement. This role is critical in preparing facilities for state and federal inspections and ensuring delivery of high-quality, person-centered care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Align location with CMS and state regulatory standards, including clinical, environmental, and life safety areas.

Identify potential deficiencies and provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations for correction and improvement.

Review clinical documentation (MDS, care plans, assessments, medication administration records) for accuracy and compliance.

Coach and educate facility teams - including Administrators, Directors of Health Service, and Interdisciplinary teams on survey processes compliance expectations and documentation standards.

Assist with the development and implementation of Plans of Correction and ongoing Quality Assurance Performance Improvement strategies.

Monitor follow-up on previous survey deficiencies to ensure sustained compliance

Provide real-time feedback, modeling, and mentoring during survey readiness walkthroughs.

Participate in regulatory readiness calls, trainings, and clinical leadership meetings

Participate in regulatory readiness calls, trainings, and clinical leadership meetings.

Stay connected with CMS regulations, interpretive guidance, and best practices in long term care compliance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Comprehensive understanding of CMS State Operations Manual, particularly F-tags

Strong grasp of infection prevention and control, abuse prevention protocols, pressure injury staging, psychotropic medication monitoring and resident rights

Familiarity with electronic health record and documentation best practices

Strong auditing, analytical and critical thinking skills to identify gaps in compliance.

Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively educate and guide partners

Training and facilitation skills to support knowledge transfer and behavior change.

Proficiency in preparing survey readiness tools, tracking systems, and summary reports.

Ability to foster a non-punitive, solutions-focused environment during mock survey (Compliance Verification)

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multiple facilities

Ability to manage competing priorities and travel to various facilities as needed.

Ability to adapt quickly to changes in regulations and internal priorities.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Graduate of an accredited educational institution with a degree in Nursing

Continuing education in regulatory compliance, infection control, or Quality Assurance Performance Improvement is a plus.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility

At least 2 years of leadership experience (Director of Health Services, Assistant Director of Nursing, Quality Nurse, or Clinical Consultant).

Familiarity with Plans of Correction, Quality Assurance Performance Improvement programs and compliance audits

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

Must possess an active Registered Professional Nursing License (multi-state)

Infection Preventionist certification preferred, but not required

CPR Certification

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

Ability to analyze data, identify trends and implement improvement strategies

Strong understanding of care coordination, patient experience and quality improvement principles

Ability to lead and manage teams across multiple locations

Communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

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As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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