Assisted Living Surveyor - Generalist/LPN

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 55,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work option

Job summary

The State of North Carolina’s Dept. of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation, seeks a Generalist Licensed Practical Nurse to conduct regulatory inspections of adult care facilities and overnight respite programs.

This home-based position covers the Eastern Region and requires travel within specified counties. Role involves analyzing survey findings, documenting compliance in a defensible manner, and providing technical assistance to facilities and county DSS staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health, human service, or educational related field.
• Master's degree in social work or related field is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work; alternative combinations allowed.
• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or food service management may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of licensed adult care homes and overnight respite programs.
• Analyze survey findings and document compliance with rules and statutes in a legally defensible manner.
• Provide technical assistance to facilities and potential providers.
• Provide regulatory oversight and technical assistance to county DSS staff.
• Communicate findings clearly to facilities, staff and the public.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Oral & written communication

Education

Bachelor's or higher in health, human service, or education related field

Master's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in social work

Bachelor's degree in nutrition or food service management

Job description

Agency: Dept of Health and Human Services

Division: Health Service Regulation

Job Classification Title: Facility Compliance Consultant I (NS)

Position Number: 60053958

Grade: NC15

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

Work as a Generalist – Licensed Practical Nurse in the Adult Care Licensure Section involves regulatory activities to determine compliance with state requirements for assisted living facilities and overnight respite programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Work both independently or as a member of a professional health care team conducting on‑site inspections of licensed adult care homes and overnight respite programs to determine the facility’s compliance with licensure rules and statutes.
• Analyzing survey findings and determining compliance with applicable rules and statutes then documenting findings in a legally defensible manner.
• Providing technical assistance to facilities and potential providers.
• Providing regulatory oversight and technical assistance to county Department of Social Services (DSS) staff.
• Position duties involve significant oral and written communication with facilities, staff and public.

Position will be home‑based in the Eastern Region of the state and applicants should reside in Nash, Wilson, Edgecombe, Wayne, Greene, Pitt, Craven, Martin, Bertie, Northampton, Hertford, Chowan or contiguous counties.

This position works in the field conducting inspections. The position requires frequent travel, sometimes on short notice within these counties, including occasional overnight stays. Position may utilize a state vehicle if available, a rental vehicle or their personal vehicle for travel. Travel expenses, including food, lodging, and transportation, are compensated by the State of North Carolina at the NC Office of State Budget and Management’s established rates.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Range: $55,221 - $96,639

Recruitment Range: $55,221 - $75,930

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred.

Knowledge of current nursing practice, assessment, and care planning with long term care experience.

Experience applying rules, statutes, and/or standards to ensure compliance in the area of work, including participating in or conducting state or federal surveys, compliance audits, or accreditation surveys.

Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to document clearly and concisely in a technical report.

Must possess and maintain an active, unencumbered North Carolina LPN license.

Location and Travel

Applicants should reside in Nash, Wilson, Edgecombe, Wayne, Greene, Pitt, Craven, Martin, Bertie, Northampton, Hertford, Chowan or contiguous counties.

This position requires frequent travel within these counties, sometimes on short notice, including occasional overnight stays. Travel expenses are compensated by the State of North Carolina at the NC Office of State Budget and Management’s established rates.

Posting Information

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds

This Position Is A Fully Remote Work Option

Division Overview

The Division of Health Service Regulation oversees medical, mental health and adult care facilities, emergency medical services, and local jails. We check to see that people receiving care in these facilities are safe and receive appropriate care. We make certain that medical buildings are built only when there is a need for them.

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high‑quality, low‑cost benefits on a pre‑tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second‑chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice‑involved.

We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.

Background Check

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

• Generalist: Bachelor's degree in a health, human service, or educational related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years’ experience in surveying, clinical and/or administration of a program in a related health field OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Social Work: Master's degree in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and one year experience in surveying, clinical and/or administration of a program in a related health field OR Bachelor’s degree, in social work from an appropriately accredited institution and three years' experience in surveying, clinical and/or administration of a program in a related health field OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Dietetics: Bachelor's degree in nutrition or food service management from an appropriately accredited institution and three years' experience in surveying, clinical and/or administration of a program in a related health field, eligible for registration from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.