[Hiring] Assisted Living Surveyor/Nurse Consultant I @State of North Carolina

Role Description

Work as a Facility Compliance Consultant (Surveyor) in the Adult Care Licensure Section involves regulatory activities to determine compliance with licensure rules and statutes.

• Analyzing survey findings and determining compliance with applicable rules and statutes then documenting findings in a legally defensible manner.
• Providing technical assistance to facilities and potential providers.
• Providing regulatory oversight and technical assistance to county Department of Social Services (DSS) staff.
• Position duties involve significant oral and written communication with facilities, staff and public.

Position will be home-based in the eastern region of the state and applicants should reside in Nash, Wilson, Wayne, Greene, Pitt, Craven, Beaufort, Martin, Bertie or adjacent counties.

This position requires frequent travel and works in the field conducting inspections. Travel is mainly in the assigned region and requires occasional to frequent overnights depending on the inspection schedule. Position may utilize a state vehicle if available, a rental vehicle or their personal vehicle for travel. Travel expenses, including food, lodging, and transportation, are compensated by the State of North Carolina at the NC Office of State Budget and Management’s established rates.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current nursing practice, assessment, and care planning.
• Experience applying rules, statutes, and/or standards to ensure compliance in the area of work, including participating in or conducting state or federal surveys, compliance audits, or accreditation surveys.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to document clearly and concisely in a technical report.
• Must possess and maintain an active and unrestricted driver’s license and have the ability to drive for statewide travel as assigned.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.
• One year of experience in the area of specialization.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance options.
• Standard and supplemental retirement plans.
• Participation in the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• Paid parental leave available to eligible employees.