RN Compliance Officer(WAE)

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

The Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN) seeks a dedicated RN Compliance Officer to ensure nurses uphold standards and protect the public through fair regulatory actions.

The role blends clinical insight with administrative law and public health, evaluating complaints and coordinating investigations, using nursing expertise to uphold the profession's integrity in Louisiana.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in good standing and able to practice in Louisiana.
• Strong knowledge of the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act and ethics.
• Ability to analyze complex information and maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Receive information on potential Nurse Practice Act violations and investigations.
• Notify respondents of allegations in accordance with law and case rules.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, employers, schools, and nursing community.
• Participate in performance improvement and process enhancement efforts.
• Keep leadership informed of issues within the area of responsibility.
• Use appropriate internal channels for communication.
• Contribute to staff and member orientation and ongoing development.

Skills

RN license in good standing

Nurse Practice Act knowledge

Analytical skills

Regulatory environment experience

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master's degree in nursing or public health

Doctorate in nursing or public health

Job description

To safeguard the life and health of the citizens of Louisiana by assuring persons practicing as Registered Nurses and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses are competent and safe.

Overview

The Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Nurse Compliance Officer to join our agency. This pivotal role involves ensuring that Louisiana nurses uphold professional standards of conduct and practice while also promoting public protection through fair and consistent application of regulatory and disciplinary processes.

As an RN Compliance Officer, you will work at the intersection of nursing practice, administrative law, and public health, evaluating complaints and coordinating investigations. This position provides a unique opportunity for an RN to leverage clinical knowledge in a regulatory setting to uphold the integrity of the nursing profession.

Key Competencies

• Registered Nurse license in good standing with the Louisiana State Board of Nursing
• Strong understanding of the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act, professional ethics, and nursing standards.
• Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases with attention to detail, discretion, objectivity, and professionalism.
• Comfortable working in a regulatory or legal environment.
• Prior experience in compliance, risk management, peer review, or legal nursing is highly desirable.

What makes the Opportunity Exciting or Unique

Working as an RN Compliance Officer with LSBN offers a rare blend of clinical insight and public service. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that plays a vital role in protecting the public and supporting nurse accountability and rehabilitation. This role is ideal for a nurse looking to step beyond bedside care and influence the future of nursing practice in Louisiana through regulatory impact, policy implementation, and professional leadership.

Join us in shaping the future of nursing in Louisiana.

Possession of a current Louisiana Registered Nurse license or a temporary permit or multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state to practice as a registered nurse plus one of the following:

• Four years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
• A bachelor's degree in nursing plus three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
• A master's degree in nursing or public health plus three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
• A doctorate in nursing or public health plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Receives information regarding actions or omissions by licensees and others that may represent a violation of the Nurse Practice Act
• Timely notifies respondents of allegations/information in accordance with statutory requirements and case law
• Communicate and establish relationships with other regulatory and enforcement agencies, employers, schools, and the nursing community. Accurately answer inquiries regarding the Nurse Practice Act and investigative rules and policies.
• Participates in performance improvement activities, continually improving all processes as opportunities for improvement arise.
• Keeps the Director of Investigations informed of issues and concerns within the area of responsibility.
• Utilizes the internal chain of command appropriately for communication purposes.
• Participates in orientation and continuing development of Board staff and members.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Classified WAE Appointment – This position will be filled as a part-time Classified WAE, limited to 1,245 working hours in a 12-month period.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression group.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Kris Major
Louisiana State Board of Nursing
225-755-7556
[e-mail]