Field Health Facilities Surveyor Nurse

Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH); Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Pension plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse to join the Division of Field Operations in Champaign. This role conducts surveys of long-term care facilities to verify state licensure, federal certification, and compliance with Department directives.

You will prepare written survey findings and travel as required. Minimum qualifications include a nursing degree and Illinois RN licensure; preferred candidates have long-term care survey experience and

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or diploma in nursing, or a bachelor’s/master’s degree in nursing.
• Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Survey long-term care facilities to determine compliance with state licensure requirements, federal certification mandates, and Department directives.
• Prepare written survey findings and reports.
• Interviews facility residents, staff, and administrators; observes patient care; reviews records and policies.
• Travel to facilities; participate in emergencies and provide technical assistance as needed.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Survey/inspection experience

Education

Nursing degree / equivalent

Job description

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse to join the Division of Field Operations in Champaign. This role conducts surveys of long-term care facilities to verify state licensure, federal certification, and compliance with Department directives.

You will prepare written survey findings and travel as required. Minimum qualifications include a nursing degree and Illinois RN licensure; preferred candidates have long-term care survey experience and