Registered Nurse/ Nurse Consultant I

About the role

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. Visit website for State Benefits 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. Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the fo