NURSING CONSULTANT, PROGRAM REVIEW

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

California Correctional Health Care Services is seeking a Nursing Consultant, Program Review to support statewide clinical initiatives and quality improvement within the Whole Person Care Program. This role involves program consultation on nursing practices and standards across facilities, with potential travel up to 50% and a hybrid telework arrangement from HQ in Elk Grove, CA.

The position is 12-month limited term, full-time, with salary ranging from the minimum to the mid and maximum of the

Qualifications

• CA Board of Registered Nursing license required.
• Travel up to 50% of the time.
• Hybrid telework arrangement with quarterly in-office requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support development and statewide deployment of WPCP, Complete Care Model, SUD treatment and related clinical initiatives.
• Provide program consultation on nursing practices, procedures and standards.
• Collaborate with HQ Chief Nurse Executive and designee to ensure quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Program consultation

Travel readiness

Job description

Job Posting:NURSING CONSULTANT, PROGRAM REVIEW

California Correctional Health Care Services

JC-531762 -

JC-531762 - NURSING CONSULTANT, PROGRAM REVIEW

$12,736.00 - $15,945.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/24/2026

Job Description and Duties

Effective July 1, 2025 in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires each full-time employee in Bargaining Unit S17 , and related Excluded, Exempt and Statutory Exempt employees, will have their base salary reduced by three percent and will receive five PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June2027 . Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

Under the direction of the Headquarters (HQ) Chief Nurse Executive of the Whole Person Care Program (WPCP)or designee, the Nursing Consultant, Program Review (NCPR) is responsible for supporting the development and statewide deployment of the WPCP, Complete Care Model, Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment, Hepatitis C Treatment, and other clinical initiatives at CDCR and CCHCS. The NCPR provides program consultation regarding nursing practices, procedures, and standards. This position has the possibility of travel up to 50% of the time with limited notice.

This position is located in the Nursing ServicesBranch, which provides essential leadership and institutional support advocating positive change to promote quality in the provision of safe, efficient, and competent nursing care in all service line delivery areas, including inpatient, outpatient, specialty care, and TTA/R&R/Reception Center. Additionally, the headquarters Chief Nurse Executives provide statewide program guidance to nursing service lines at all institutions and support nursing practice through the assessment of processes, policies and procedures, protocols, clinical decision support tools, nursing curriculum and competencies, and the deployment of nursing resources to assist and support the goal of continuous quality improvement.

This advertisement is for aNCPRpositions located at HQin Elk Grove, CA, Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 042-521-8327-009.

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

Please note: Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position.

This is a limited term position which may be extended or become permanent.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

About the location – CCHCSHQ, Elk Grove, CA

Located less than 30 minutes from Sacramento and Lodi, the progressive city of Elk Grove offers a great mix of newly developed housing, business projects, and recreational opportunities. You will enjoy working at our campus-style office complex with free parking, and perhaps even call Elk Grove home.

Up to 50 %Travel is required to institution.

The position(s) is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• NURSING CONSULTANT, PROGRAM REVIEW

NURSING CONSULTANT, PROGRAM REVIEW $12,736.00 - $15,945.00P New to State candidates will be hired in the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwideimprovements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We aredetermined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employeesfrom a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud tofoster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.

Across our organization, our programs work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR and CCHCS mission.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA Board of Registered Nursing License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications (MQ) will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting MQ’s with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification . Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the MQ’s, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov .

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

Employment History on the STD. 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. To prepare for the State Application process, please visit Work4CA: State Application Checklist .

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient written and verbal communication skills. Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact: When sending an email, include: job control (JC) 531762 # and position # (PN) 042-521-8327-009 (000) - [e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact: CCHCS EEO Office [phone] [e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO RE-EMPLOYMENT, DEPARTMENTAL RESTRICTION OF APPOINTMENT, STATE RESTRICTION OF APPOINTMENT, AND SURPLUS CANDIDATES.

All methods of appointment may be considered.

VAR and/or XXX in the position number indicates that multiple vacancies may exist for this classification.

Examination Information

To obtain list eligibility for the Nursing Consultant, Program Review before applying for the position(s), you must first take and pass the Nursing Consultant, Program Review examination.

State Application Checklist

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off