Registered Nurse/ Nurse Consultant I

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 62,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks a Nurse Consultant I to license, certify, and oversee state-licensed and Medicare-certified providers. You will conduct surveys and investigations to ensure compliance with State Licensure and Federal Certification guidelines for hospitals, clinics, and related facilities.

The role supports multiple programs under Health Service Regulation, with a focus on patient safety, quality care, and adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of professional nursing principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of health care organization and management, including state statutes and licensure rules.
• Intermediate computer skills: Windows XP Professional, MS Office, data management and electronic work.
• Ability to conduct, review, gather and assess information for compliance with standards.
• Ability to interpret and apply rules and policies.

Responsibilities

• License and certify health care providers and facilities via on-site surveys or documentation review.
• Provide regulatory oversight to ensure compliance with state licensure and federal certification guidelines.
• Conduct standard surveys and complaint investigations for various facilities and programs.
• Evaluate adherence to state and federal standards and policies.

Skills

Nursing principles

Healthcare management

Computer skills

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Tools

MS Office

Windows XP

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Health Service Regulation

Job Classification Title

Nurse Consultant I (NS)

Position Number

60054266

Grade

MH16

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

To license and certify, either through on-site survey process or in office review of documentation, health care providers and suppliers' participation in State Licensure program and/or Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement programs. To provide regulatory oversight of state licensed and I or Medicare certified providers by conducting standard surveys and complaint investigations, to determine compliance with State Licensure and/or Federal Certification guidelines, for the following programs: Acute Hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals, Psychiatric Hospitals, Abortion Clinics, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Cardiac Rehabilitation Centers, End Stage Renal Disease Providers, Portable XRAY, Rural Health Clinics, Outpatient Rehabilitation Therapists, and Rehabilitation Facility.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $62,044 - $102,371

Recruitment Range: $62,044 - $82,208

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred.

• Basic knowledge of professional nursing principles and techniques. This includes the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation).
• Knowledge of the area of professional training, principles and practices of health care organization and management, including state statutes, state licensure rules for regulated facilities and federal standards, regulations and policies required for participation in the Medicare/ Medicaid programs.
• Intermediate computer skills: Windows XP Professional, MS Office Products, use of flash drive, data management using folders, import, export functions, as well as the ability to master new computer technology and complete work electronically.
• Ability to conduct, review, gather and assess and evaluate information gathered for compliance with applicable standards.
• Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, and policies to different situations and facilities.
• Ability to document compliance information clearly and concisely using various technologies

This position is funded in part through federal funds.

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

The Division of Health Service Regulation oversees medical, mental health and adult care facilities, emergency medical services, and local jails. We check to see that people receiving care in these facilities are safe and receive appropriate care. We make certain that medical buildings are built only when there is a need for them.

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ .

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.