Nursing Home Surveyor (Nurse Consultant)

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; Remote; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A state health department is seeking a Nursing Home Surveyor (Nurse Consultant I) to conduct inspections and ensure compliance with health regulations for nursing homes. This home-based position requires a Registered Nurse license in North Carolina and a strong nursing background. The role includes traveling for inspections in several counties and completing technical reports. Comprehensive benefits are offered to all employees.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• One year of experience in the area of specialization.
• Ability to pass the Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections for nursing homes to determine compliance.
• Complete survey reports by applying established laws and regulations.

Skills

Clinical nursing background

Effective communication

Technical report writing

Knowledge of nursing home standards

Education

Registered Nurse license in North Carolina

Job description

Overview

This position is funded in part through federal funds.

Recruitment Range: $59,732 - $85,846

The Nursing Home Surveyor (Nurse Consultant I) position involves regulatory activities to determine compliance of nursing homes with federal and state requirements through inspections.

Responsibilities

• Applying laws, regulations, rules, and protocols that have been established by the state or federal government.
• Making decisions in conjunction with interdisciplinary team members or independently.
• Completion of survey reports.

Work Arrangement & Travel

This is a home-based position servicing Alexander, Allegheny, Ashe, Avery, Caldwell, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, Surry, Watauga and Wilkes counties. The Nursing Home Surveyor spends an average of three days per week in nursing homes conducting inspections. Occasional inspections may occur on weekends and night shift. Although management attempts to schedule inspections within a region, the consultant should expect overnight stays when the nursing home is greater than 60 miles from their home base.

Qualifications

• Must pass the Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) within 2 years of hire.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina with one year of experience in the area of specialization.
• Strong clinical nursing background, including assessment, care planning and delivery of care (as part of preferred qualifications).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and to compose technical reports using good grammar.
• Basic knowledge of nursing home state and federal standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Residence in one of the following counties: Greene, Harnett, Johnston, Jones, Lenoir, Wake, Wayne, Wilson.

About DHHS

About NC Department of Health and Human Services: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable North Carolinians. We hire dedicated individuals committed to our mission of providing the best in clinical care.

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits. Employees may participate in health insurance options, retirement plans, and the NCFlex program. Paid vacation, sick leave, and community service leave are provided; paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. (Please note that specific benefits are subject to eligibility and state policy.)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit/stand/walk for prolonged periods; ability to finger/talk/hear/smell; ability to lift luggage (20 – 50 pounds); close visual acuity.

Application & Miscellaneous

Requirements for the application process include providing complete information about education, work experience, and licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. For questions about the posting or the hiring process, contact Talent Acquisition. If you have a technical issue with your application, contact the NeoGov Help Line.

The North Carolina DHHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and follows an Employment First philosophy. We are committed to reasonable accommodations during the hiring process.