Health Facility Evaluator - Nursing Evaluator

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) seeks a Health Facility Evaluator to assess, surveil, and audit health care providers to ensure compliance with Federal and State laws. The role emphasizes nursing knowledge and evaluation standards, with travel within Minnesota and occasional statewide work.

The position involves training health care professionals on MDS assessments, performing surveillance, and issuing corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Two years of health care experience in roles such as RN, Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nursing, or Health Care Administrator.
• Currently licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse, without restriction.
• Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Health Care Administration, Psychology, or related field may substitute for experience (Master's 18 months; Bachelor's 12 months; Associate's 6 months).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate health care providers using nursing knowledge and survey documents.
• Document conclusions to determine regulation compliance.
• Conduct unannounced follow-up visits to verify compliance with orders and deficiencies.
• Attend legal proceedings regarding deficiencies or penalties and support related actions.

Skills

RN

Charge Nurse

RN Supervisor

Director of Nursing

Health Care Administrator

Education

RN License Minnesota

Job description

• Location: Rochester
• Telework Eligible: Hybrid
• Division/Unit: Health Regulation / Rochester Federal Evaluation

Working Title: Health Facility EvaluatorJob Class: Nursing EvaluatorAgency: Health Department

• Job ID: 97671
• Location: Rochester
• Telework Eligible: Hybrid
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers and bidders simultaneously.
• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Closing Date: 10/22/2026
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
• Division/Unit: Health Regulation / Rochester Federal Evaluation
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / Varies*
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday, occasional weekend work and overnight travel.
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 75% of the time
• Salary Range: $39.06 - $57.76 / hourly; $81,557 - $120,603 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 205 - Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA)
• Anticipated Start Date: 11/24/2026
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Elevate your career working as a Health Facility Evaluator, where your nursing knowledge and expertise will contribute to our mission of protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans!

This position will provide surveillance, consultation, guidance, audits and evaluation of health care providers to assure a level of quality care based upon compliance with Federal and State laws and rules. This position will also provide training and expertise to health care professionals to educate them on the MDS Assessment standards to ensure compliance.

Working As a Health Facility Evaluator, You Will:

• Evaluate health care providers using nursing and health knowledge and expertise of survey documents.
• Document conclusions to determine degree of regulation compliance.
• Make periodic unannounced follow-up visits to health care providers to ascertain compliance with correction orders and deficiencies previously issued.
• Attend legal proceedings or hearings regarding deficiencies, issuance of penalty assessments, abuse/neglect, or termination/adverse action situations.

Position will be based out of the Rochester office location with up to 75% of work time spent onsite performing surveillance of facilities predominantly located in the surrounding southeastern region of Minnesota.

Occasional travel outside of the base region is expected, to survey facilities located throughout the state of Minnesota. When not onsite, remaining follow-up work is performed by teleworking from your home office.

• Standard work week is Monday - Friday, and candidates must be available for occasional weekend work and overnight travel. The need for weekend, overnight, or travel outside of the base region is determined by each district's workload needs.

Reimbursement for authorized business travel expenses is provided according to bargaining unit guidelines.

In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework, this position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants who live in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location. The telework policy may exempt employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in‑office requirement, depending on job requirements, helping the State of Minnesota access top talent across the state.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience in a health care setting in positions that may include the following:

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Charge Nurse (must include at least two years as an RN charge nurse)
• RN Supervisor
• Director of Nursing
• Health Care Administrator

AND

Currently licensed in Minnesota as a Registered Nurse, without restriction.

A Degree In Nursing, Public Health, Health Care Administration, Psychology, Or Closely Related Degree In The Medical Field May Substitute For Experience As Follows

• Master's: 18 months
• Bachelor's: 12 months
• Associate's: 6 months

Additional Qualifications To Be Assessed During The Interview Process

• Oral and written communications skills sufficient to interview staff, residents, clients, patients; and to document concise, accurate and complete information and conclusions.
• Critical thinking skills sufficient to collect and analyze information, identify areas of focus and make decisions based on evidence gathered.
• Listening skills sufficient to ascertain level of compliance in meeting resident or client needs.
• Interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships, inform providers of deficiencies and other pertinent findings, and participate in legal proceedings.
• Decision making skills sufficient to make conclusions during surveys and defend legal actions on deficiencies related to nursing, medical and healthcare.
• Ability to use multiple software platforms, databases, and programs to document findings and conclusions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a federally certified care facility such as a nursing home.
• Experience with the federal informal dispute resolution process for federally certified nursing homes.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to nursing and health services and the ability to interpret these regulations for implementation.
• Successful completion of the Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test (SMQT).
• Experience conducting internal quality assurance activities.

Additional Requirements

• This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
• This position does not require a valid driver's license, but it does demand travel, which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.
• Successful completion of the Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test (SMQT) after training provided by Minnesota Department of Health.
• MDH does not participate in the federal E-Verify program and is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.

About Health Department

Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission‑driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your Benefits May Include

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well‑being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.