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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 ...

The RNC provides both virtual and on-site consultation and serves as a trusted resource for community leadership teams throughout the region. This Role May Also Be Known As: Regional Nurse Consultant ...

Regional Nurse Consultant

Columbia, MO · On-site +1

$110K - $120K/yr

The RNC provides both virtual and on-site consultation and serves as a trusted resource for community leadership teams throughout the region. This Role May Also Be Known As: Regional Nurse Consultant ...

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How much do virtual nurse consultant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual nurse consultant in the United States is $91,766.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a virtual nurse consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Nurse Consultant, you need a robust clinical background, current RN licensure, and experience in case management or telehealth. Familiarity with telemedicine platforms, secure communication tools, and electronic health records (EHRs) is essential. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and the ability to build rapport remotely are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure effective patient assessments, quality care delivery, and compliance with healthcare standards in a virtual environment.

What is the difference between Virtual Nurse Consultant vs Telehealth Nurse?

AspectVirtual Nurse ConsultantTelehealth Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN), often with specialized certificationsRegistered Nurse (RN), may have additional telehealth training
Work EnvironmentRemote, providing expert advice, care planning, and patient educationRemote or clinical, providing direct patient care via telecommunication
Employer & IndustryHealthcare organizations, insurance companies, telehealth platformsHospitals, clinics, telehealth services, insurance providers

Virtual Nurse Consultants focus on providing expert advice, care coordination, and patient education remotely, often with specialized certifications. Telehealth Nurses deliver direct patient care through virtual platforms, often in clinical settings. Both roles are essential in remote healthcare but differ in their primary responsibilities and scope.

How does a virtual nurse consultant typically collaborate with healthcare teams and patients remotely?

As a Virtual Nurse Consultant, you will regularly engage with healthcare providers, patients, and sometimes insurance companies via secure digital platforms. Collaboration often involves reviewing patient records, providing care recommendations, and educating patients or caregivers about treatment plans. Strong communication skills are essential, as much of the interaction happens through video calls, emails, or digital health portals. You'll also coordinate with physicians and other nurses to ensure seamless patient care, making adaptability and technological proficiency important assets in this role.

What does a virtual nurse consultant do?

Virtual nurse consultants provide telehealth services through an online system. They do not meet with patients in person; instead, they use online communication platforms to discuss health issues with their patients. As a virtual nurse consultant, you work remotely, either from home or from an office outside of a healthcare facility that treats patients in person. You answer patient questions, advise on whether or not they need to visit a doctor, and offer healthcare and treatment options. Virtual nurse consultants are often the first point of contact for patients; while you may provide advice for treating common problems, your main job is to process requests efficiently and give people the information they need to make decisions about their healthcare. There are also specialized virtual nurse consultants who may monitor care for a specific floor or department of a health care facility. For example, a virtual nurse consultant with several years of experience in the ICU may monitor a hospital’s ICU floor remotely to ensure staff follow the proper procedures and that patients receive the care they need.

What is a virtual nurse consultant?

Virtual Nurse Consultants are registered nurses who provide expert advice, guidance, and support to patients and healthcare providers remotely, often using telehealth technology. They help manage patient care, answer medical questions, and coordinate services from a distance, making healthcare more accessible and efficient. Virtual Nurse Consultants may work for hospitals, insurance companies, or telemedicine platforms, and their responsibilities can include patient education, care coordination, and clinical assessments.
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Infographic showing various Virtual Nurse Consultant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,766 per year, or $44.1 per hour.

Regional Nurse Consultant (RN)

Americare

Saint Louis, MO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


Americare Senior Living rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

212th of 239 rated social care providers


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)

Assisted Living Division

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 DoClinical 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 BringEducation
  • 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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