Nursing Regulatory Policy Advocate

California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee/National Nurses United (CNA/NNOC/; California (MO, MD); On-site; USD 112,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full family and domestic partner cover

Pension and 401(k)

Job summary

California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee/National Nurses United (CNA/NNOC/NNU) is seeking a Regulatory/Policy Specialist who will monitor state legislatures and regulatory bodies, interpret proposed laws, and develop positions and materials to advance nurses and patients’ interests.

You will meet with legislators, represent the organization in committees, and prepare reports for members and leadership. A strong commitment to social and economic justice is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Demonstrated written and analytical skills.
• Ability to work with confidentiality and discretion.
• Commitment to social and economic justice.
• Team-oriented and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor state legislatures, government agencies, and regulatory bodies for CNA/NNOC/NNU priority issues.
• Interpret and assess proposed legislation and regulations for health care impact.
• Produce written documents on effects of regulations and policy on health care and patients.
• Develop policy positions, testimony, talking points, and lobbying materials.
• Meet with legislators and staff regarding CNA/NNOC/NNU positions.
• Represent CNA/NNOC/NNU before state legislative committees and regulatory bodies.
• Prepare reports on regulatory issues for members, leaders, and staff.

Skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Judgment and confidentiality

Team player

Commitment to social justice

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Juris Doctor degree (preferred)

Job description

California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee/National Nurses United (CNA/NNOC/NNU) is seeking a Regulatory/Policy Specialist who will monitor state legislatures and regulatory bodies, interpret proposed laws, and develop positions and materials to advance nurses and patients’ interests.

You will meet with legislators, represent the organization in committees, and prepare reports for members and leadership. A strong commitment to social and economic justice is essential.