Public Health Nurse Surveyor

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Education Reimbursement Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The State of Indiana is hiring an RN to conduct Long Term Care surveys, assess quality of care, and ensure compliance with federal and state requirements in nursing homes and residential facilities. You will perform on-site surveys, investigations, and reporting, with travel across the southeast region of the state.

Required is an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, with licensure and strong knowledge of survey procedures.

Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge of nursing practice and standards of care.
• Knowledge of state licensure and federal certification requirements.
• Understanding of survey and investigative procedures and ability to conduct surveys, inspections, interviews, observations, and investigations.
• Ability to identify potential adverse health and safety conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site surveys using federal and state protocols to identify deficient practices.
• Investigate complaints within required timeframes.
• Maintain confidentiality of complainants and investigations.
• Prepare written summaries of investigations.
• Organize and submit survey packets per division policies.
• Prepare for and testify in legal proceedings.
• May assist in staff training.
• Travel on most workdays to inspect, audit, and write reports at client sites or homes.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Licensure knowledge

Survey/investigation procedures

Confidentiality

Data entry/computer skills

Flexibility with hours

Professionalism under stress

RN with LTC experience preferred

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About The Indiana Department Of Health (IDOH)

The Indiana Department of Health’s mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and safety of all Hoosiers so that they can reach their optimal health regardless of where they live, learn, work, or play.

Role Overview

This Registered Nurse position is responsible for the direct application of the Long Term Care survey process. This survey process includes conducting on-site surveys in nursing homes and licensed residential facilities to determine compliance with federal certification and state licensure requirements where applicable and reviewing/evaluating the quality of care, quality of life, environment and services provided to all residents in the facilities. This position is for the southeast area of the state bordering Ohio and Kentucky.

Salary

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day In The Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Conduct on-site surveys using federal and state protocols and procedures to identify deficient practices and determine appropriate level of non-compliance in the provision of healthcare and related services. Communicate observations and findings ensure adherence with survey protocols and maintain the integrity of the survey.
• Conduct on-site investigations of complaints within the required timeframes using federal and state protocols and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of complainants, consumers who are the subject of the complaint, and the complaint survey schedules.
• Complete a written summary of the investigation of each allegation in the complaint.
• Organize and submit survey packets according to division policies.
• Prepare for and testify in legal proceedings.
• May assist in staff training.
• Essential functions of this position require travel on most workdays to inspect, audit, examine, survey, or investigate clients, customers, or other regulated entities and write reports at those sites or employee’s home. Employee reports to the agency’s office for occasional meetings or events. Number and timing of work hours may vary daily or weekly to accommodate operational needs and staffing concerns at the client’s or customer’s worksite, minimize expenditures for repeated visits to complete the work, and allocate resources to complete assigned work effectively.

What You'll Need For Success

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Specialized knowledge of principles of nursing practice and standards of care.
• Specialized knowledge of state licensure and federal certification requirements.
• Knowledge of survey and investigative procedures and the ability to conduct surveys, inspections, interviews, observations, and investigations.
• Ability to identify potential adverse health and safety conditions.
• Ability to utilize computer equipment and software to enter, retrieve and manipulate data.
• Ability to work before and after normal work hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to be professional and maintain composure under stressful situations.
• Commitment to the public health mission of protecting the health, safety, rights, privacy, and well-being of residents in long term care facilities.
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in an Acute or Long-Term Care setting is preferred.

An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

You Must Satisfy The Following Requirements To Continue Employment

• Ability to successfully complete all federally mandated training and testing within the first 12 months of employment.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .