Attorney 3

State of Ohio • Reynoldsburg, OH

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About The Position

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. The Ohio Board of Nursing is seeking a qualified candidate for our available Attorney 4 position to assist in the Compliance Unit. This position will work under the direction/supervision of a Supervising Attorney and will perform the following job duties: Conduct legal research and prepare reports for the Board of Nursing Compliance Teams. Analyze settlement offers related to administrative appeal cases. Determine what evidence may be needed and what course of action is recommended for alleged violations of the Nurse Practice Act. Review completed investigation reports and monitoring records to determine if sufficient evidence exists to propose disciplinary action. Prepares legal documents for disciplinary action as determined by the Board. Assists with conducting settlement conferences. Provides advice to departmental administrative support staff on matters of multiple and complex legal and factual issues. Responds to inquiries from general public and provides excellent customer service. Discusses the law regulating the practice of nursing and Board rules and policies, as they relate to the disciplinary process, with the health care community, licensees and the public. Responds to inquiries about the Board (e.g., in person, in writing, via email, USPS mail, etc.). Selected candidate(s) must successfully complete a background check. The Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN) regulates more than 300,000 licenses and certificates. OBN licenses and regulates Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Advanced Practice Nurses (APRNs), Dialysis Technicians (DTs), Community Health Workers (CHWs) and Medication Aides (MA-Cs). OBN's top priorities are to efficiently license the nursing workforce and remove unsafe practitioners from practice in a timely manner to protect Ohio patients. Public protection is critical, as nursing touches virtually every citizen of Ohio.

Requirements

• Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code
• 6 mos. exp. as licensed attorney.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare reports for the Board of Nursing Compliance Teams.
• Analyze settlement offers related to administrative appeal cases.
• Determine what evidence may be needed and what course of action is recommended for alleged violations of the Nurse Practice Act.
• Review completed investigation reports and monitoring records to determine if sufficient evidence exists to propose disciplinary action.
• Prepares legal documents for disciplinary action as determined by the Board.
• Assists with conducting settlement conferences.
• Provides advice to departmental administrative support staff on matters of multiple and complex legal and factual issues.
• Responds to inquiries from general public and provides excellent customer service.
• Discusses the law regulating the practice of nursing and Board rules and policies, as they relate to the disciplinary process, with the health care community, licensees and the public.
• Responds to inquiries about the Board (e.g., in person, in writing, via email, USPS mail, etc.).

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees