Nurse Consultant & Nursing Home Surveyor
Agency
Dept of Health and Human Services
Division
Health Service Regulation
Job Classification Title
Nurse Consultant I (NS)
Position Number
60054040
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
The Nursing Home Surveyor (Nurse Consultant I) position involves regulatory activities to determine compliance of nursing homes with federal and state requirements through inspections.
Job Responsibilities
• Survey nursing homes during routine surveys and complaint investigations.
• Complete survey reports, including statements of deficiency and complaint allegation findings.
• Must pass the Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) after training.
• Work a home‑based schedule servicing Columbus, Duplin, Greene, Harnett, Johnston, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Pitt, Wake, Wilson counties region. Spend an average of three days per week in nursing homes conducting inspections. Occasionally inspections are required on weekends and night shift. Overnight stays are expected when the nursing home is greater than 60 miles from home‑base.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences
• Strong clinical background, including assessment, care planning and delivery of care.
• Demonstrated skills in communicating effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to compose technical reports using good grammar.
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: $62,044 - $102,371
Recruitment Range: $62,044 - $80,000
This position is funded in part through federal funds.
The State of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, the NCFlex program, paid vacation, sick and community service leave, and paid parental leave.
Minimum Education and Experience
Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and one year of experience in the area of specialization.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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Dept of Health and Human Services
Division
Health Service Regulation
Job Classification Title
Nurse Consultant I (NS)
Position Number
60054040
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
The Nursing Home Surveyor (Nurse Consultant I) position involves regulatory activities to determine compliance of nursing homes with federal and state requirements through inspections.
Job Responsibilities
• Survey nursing homes during routine surveys and complaint investigations.
• Complete survey reports, including statements of deficiency and complaint allegation findings.
• Must pass the Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) after training.
• Work a home‑based schedule servicing Columbus, Duplin, Greene, Harnett, Johnston, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Pitt, Wake, Wilson counties region. Spend an average of three days per week in nursing homes conducting inspections. Occasionally inspections are required on weekends and night shift. Overnight stays are expected when the nursing home is greater than 60 miles from home‑base.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences
• Strong clinical background, including assessment, care planning and delivery of care.
• Demonstrated skills in communicating effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to compose technical reports using good grammar.
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: $62,044 - $102,371
Recruitment Range: $62,044 - $80,000
This position is funded in part through federal funds.
The State of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, the NCFlex program, paid vacation, sick and community service leave, and paid parental leave.
Minimum Education and Experience
Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and one year of experience in the area of specialization.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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