Assisted Living Surveyor - Generalist​/LPN

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Health  Service Regulation Job Classification Title Facility Compliance Consultant I (NS)
Position NumberGradeNC
15

About UsThe 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 Work as a Generalist – Licensed Practical Nurse in the Adult Care Licensure Section involves regulatory activities to determine compliance with state requirements for assisted living facilities and overnight respite programs.

Job responsibilities include:
• Work both independently or as a member of a professional health care team conducting on-site inspections of licensed adult care homes and overnight respite programs to determine the facility’s 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, Edgecombe, Wayne, Greene, Pitt, Craven, Martin, Bertie, Northampton, Hertford, Chowan or contiguous counties.

This position works in the field conducting inspections. The position requires frequent travel, sometimes on short notice within these counties, including occasional overnight stays. 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.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences Salary Range: $55,221 - $96,639

Recruitment Range: $55,221 - $75,930

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.

Knowledge of current nursing practice, assessment, and care planning with long term care experience.

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, unencumbered North Carolina LPN license.

REPOST - Previous Applicants Do Not Need To Reapply In Order To Be Considered For This Vacancy The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds This Position Is A Fully Remote Work Option The Division of Health Service Regulation oversees medical, mental health and adult care facilities, emergency medical services, and local jails.

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