Traveling Clinical Specialist RN

Sonida Senior Living · Addison, TX Full Time
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About Sonida Senior Living Sonida Senior Living is one of the nation’s leading operators of independent living, assisted living and memory care communities for senior adults. The Company operates 96 communities that are home to nearly 12,000 residents across 20 states providing comfortable, safe, affordable communities where residents can form friendships, enjoy new experiences and receive personalized care from dedicated team members who treat them family. Job Description : Traveling Assisted Living Clinical Specialist RN is responsible to provide clinical leadership support in communities where a clinical leader may not be present. This person will cover primarily Dallas/Ft Worth, Austin, and San Antonio, TX. Monday through Friday travel is required for this role. The Traveling Assisted Living Clinical Specialist RN will provide temporary coverage for the overall implementation, delivery, and coordination of resident clinical services at the community. Directly supervises all team members of the nursing department. This position is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this department. This person also carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding, coaching and managing team member performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems. The Traveling Assisted Living Clinical Specialist RN is responsible for assisting in onboarding and training new Wellness Directors. Responsibilities : Involves being completely familiar with the state regulations governing Assisted Living and ensuring compliance in department by regularly reviewing regulations checklist. Performs timely and accurate resident assessments utilizing assessment tool, and communicating changes to the Executive Director for billing purposes Manages expenses within given budget parameters utilizing spend-down sheets. Provides oversight with medication management to assure all MAR's are correct and that the residents receive medications timely and accurately. Working with consultant pharmacist as needed to assure community is in compliance. Ensures all charting is performed in a timely manner and in accordance with state regulations. Provides timely and honest communication with families in order to promote good relationships and to keep them informed about the resident's condition and community events. Provides marketing support within the community by participating in tours and discussions with potential residents and their families about clinical needs of the prospect. Provides assessments for potential residents to determine their eligibility for Assisted Living. Creates positive team member relations through staff appreciation programs, recognition of excellent performance, and retention through regular feedback systems and promotional incentive programs. Provides appropriate guidance for team members by planning work schedules, assigning work duties while on shift, and direct

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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.

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.

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