Regional Nurse Consultant

Job Description

Govig & Associates has been retained to identify a highly skilled and experienced Regional Nurse Consultant (RN) to provide leadership, clinical oversight, and regulatory guidance for nursing home facilities in the Chicagoland area. You’ll work closely with Directors of Nursing (DONs), senior clinical staff, and facility leadership to establish best practices, improve patient outcomes, and align operational strategies with organizational goals.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable company that has been in business for more than 70 years ! If you are looking to have an immediate impact with support from ownership and the autonomy to lead your region, apply now!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight across facilities, ensuring adherence to CMS, Medicare / Medicaid, and state regulations.
• Partner with DONs and facility leadership to strengthen nursing practices, address challenges, and support staff development.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, including QAPI programs, and ensure timely follow-up on all findings.
• Standardize and implement policies, procedures, and best practices across facilities to ensure consistency in care delivery.
• Conduct regular audits and performance reviews of care plans, MDS processes, and clinical documentation.
• Provide guidance on staffing models, resource allocation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Benefits

About Govig Associates

Govig & Associates is one of the largest executive search firms in the United States, with more than 45 years of experience helping organizations hire top talent and professionals grow their careers. Our Healthcare division specializes in long-term care and senior living recruitment, offering deep industry expertise and a strong national network.