NURSE SURVEYOR (Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse)

Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH); Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 80,039 - 108,832; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Health, life, dental, and vision plans

Pension plan

Paid vacation and sick days

Parental leave and employee assistance

Competitive group insurance benefits

Job summary

A state health agency is looking for a Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse to ensure compliance with regulations through assessments and surveys of healthcare facilities. Responsibilities include conducting interviews, documenting findings, and providing technical assistance as required. The role demands an active RN license in Illinois and a solid nursing background, preferably with experience in long-term care settings. Great benefits and flexible schedules are offered, contributing to a rewarding work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• At least two years of professional nursing experience.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Illinois is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys of healthcare facilities for compliance.
• Prepare written survey documentation.
• Perform interviews and observations of patient care.

Skills

Nursing experience

Surveying skills

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Licensed Registered Nurse in Illinois

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Title: Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse (Class 18150)

Job Type: Salaried

Location: Westchester, IL 60154

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,172 Monthly; Full Range $7,172 - $9,752 Monthly

Posting ID: PAR 44-26-0310 / 54290

Division: Long Term Care Field Operations

Agency: Department of Public Health

Number of Vacancies: 1

Class Title: HEALTH FACIL SURVEILLANCE NURSE (18150)

Area: Cook County

Salary Code: RC023 Registered Nurses, INA

Union Position: Yes

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois DHS Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. Please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other application materials.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual to serve as a Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse in the Division of Field Operations. This individual will conduct surveys of facilities, including state licensure, federal certification and complaint surveys. The HFSN will be responsible for preparing written survey documentation.

Under general supervision, the HFSN will survey facilities to determine compliance with state licensure requirements, federal certification mandates, and Department directives, program policies and procedures. Travelling to conduct routine health and safety surveys to determine compliance with state and federal requirements. Interviews facility residents, staff, administrators, health care providers and other individuals. Observes patient care provided at facilities. Reviews medical records, policies, standard operating procedures and other facility documents related to licensure and/or regulatory compliance.

Benefits Statement

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre‑tax programs – Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10–25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro‑rated dependent on start date)
• 13–14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
• Additional benefits available. For more information, please visit https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Surveys long term care facilities to determine compliance with state licensure requirements, federal certification mandates, and Department directives, program policies and procedures.
• Prepares written survey findings.
• Performs monitoring functions at noncompliant facilities.
• Completes necessary surveyor training.
• Provides technical assistance to facilities in emergencies.
• Participates in staff meetings and assists with orientation of newly employed Health Facilities Surveillance Nurses and other Department staff as directed.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the responsibilities enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate degree, diploma in nursing and at least three (3) years of professional nursing experience; or a bachelor's degree in nursing and at least two (2) years of professional nursing experience; or a master’s degree in nursing.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year experience in long‑term care setting.
• Three (3) years professional nursing experience.
• Two (2) years experience participating in the survey process for completion of all survey functions including but not limited to annual recertification, licensure, follow‑ups, complaints and incident investigation surveys.
• One (1) year experience preparing complex written & oral reports.
• One (1) year work experience in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet.
• One (1) year experience exercising judgement, discretion and maintaining confidentiality during the conduct of the survey process.
• Two (2) years experience establishing, maintaining, and improving cooperative working relationships with various stakeholders.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to travel in performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled or last‑minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Must reside in Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Lake, McHenry, Kendall or Will County (may be assigned to facilities outside that area if necessary).
• Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health‑related policies and guidance.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5‑45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non‑State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non‑State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• These conditions of employment are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About The Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, six regional offices, three laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours

Monday – Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30/5:00 p.m. (½ Lunch)