Regulatory Review Specialist (LPN)

VitalCaring Group · DALLAS, TX Full Time
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Job Description

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Expertise Protects Patient Care Regulatory Review Specialist (RN) – Home Office (Remote) Who We Are Founded in 2021, VitalCaring has quickly become a leading provider of home health and hospice services across the country. Our mission is simple: deliver exceptional patient care while creating a workplace where team members feel supported, empowered, and inspired. At VitalCaring, quality and compliance are more than requirements—they’re essential to ensuring patients receive the right care at the right time. We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Regulatory Review Specialist (RN) to join our Clinical Regulatory Compliance team and help drive excellence across our organization. Why Join VitalCaring? Make a Meaningful Impact Your expertise will directly support regulatory readiness, compliance excellence, and quality outcomes that protect patient care. Be Part of Something Bigger Partner cross-functionally with clinical, operational, billing, and compliance teams to strengthen processes and maintain regulatory integrity. Work with Purpose and Flexibility Enjoy the ability to work independently in a remote environment while contributing to high-impact initiatives across the organization. Grow Your Expertise Expand your knowledge of healthcare regulations, medical review processes, payer requirements, and compliance strategy. Position Overview The Regulatory Review Specialist (RN) serves as a key member of the Clinical Regulatory Compliance team, supporting medical reviews, audit response activities, and regulatory documentation processes across home health and hospice operations. In this role, you will coordinate and compile documentation for payer audits, CMS and contractor medical reviews, appeals, internal monitoring activities, and compliance initiatives. Success in this role requires strong clinical judgment, exceptional organization, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a remote environment. What You’ll Do Support payer audits and medical record reviews, ensuring timely and accurate submission of requested documentation Manage medical review requests and appeals associated with CMS contractors, regulatory agencies, and billing intermediaries Review clinical documentation using established audit and submission checklists Partner with operational and clinical teams to gather and validate required records Participate in chart reviews and compliance monitoring initiatives across the organization Assist with risk identification activities and regulatory readiness efforts Support investigations and corrective actions related to compliance findings Maintain audit tracking and outcomes through documentation systems and reporting tools Navigate multiple EMRs, payer portals, and operational systems to manage submissions and appeals Contribute to training and educational materials that strengthen compliance knowledge across teams Participate in internal quality, billing, and operational review activities Complete additional regulatory and administrative projects as assigned What You’ll Bring Required Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license OR Li

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the DFW area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely — some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates — often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant — state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

About This Employer

VitalCaring Group is a Branch Agency located in DALLAS, TX at 8150 N CENTRAL EXPY STE 1800.

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DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $48.76/hr ($101,421/yr). The typical range is $39.25 – $53.19/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $73,403/yr
DFW Median $101,421/yr
Experienced (90th) $129,709/yr
vs. National Median +4.0%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.

Facility Snapshot

Facility Type Branch Agency

8150 N CENTRAL EXPY STE 1800, DALLAS, TX 75206

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