DSHS HCLA Nursing Consultant Institutional
About The Position
The Nursing Consultant Institutional works with the DSHS HCLA Region 2 team, based out of the Arlington/Smokey Point Office, to protect the health, safety, and well-being of people receiving care in licensed residential and long-term care settings. The role conducts facility inspections, investigates complaints, evaluates care quality, and determines whether providers meet state licensing requirements. It identifies risks, promotes safe and appropriate care, and supports continuous improvement across care settings. The position performs licensing inspections, complaint and follow-up investigations, and monitoring visits at Adult Family Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, Enhanced Services Facilities, nursing homes, and other licensed residential care settings. It evaluates nursing care and resident services through observation, record review, and information gathered from residents, families, facility staff, and other sources. The consultant analyzes findings, communicates results, prepares technical reports and electronic records, coordinates with investigative agencies, and provides nursing consultation and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders. Work is completed remotely and in the field, including onsite visits to licensed residential care settings. Office space is available at the Arlington/Smokey Point office. The stated schedule is 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Requirements
- A valid Washington State license to practice as a registered professional nurse is required.
- Master of Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing degree and two years of registered nursing experience in a long-term care or behavioral health setting; or
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and three years of registered nursing experience in a long-term care or behavioral health setting; or
- Associate Degree in Nursing and five years of registered nursing experience in a long-term care or behavioral health setting.
- Knowledge of professional nursing principles and practices, institutional nursing services, long-term care, and public health.
- Ability to assess and evaluate nursing care and institutional services, identify deficient practices, and recommend improvements.
- Ability to analyze information, exercise objective judgment, and make sound decisions based on observations, records, interviews, and applicable regulations.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with management, peers, providers, residents, families, and the public.
- Ability to maintain a professional, objective, and respectful demeanor when handling difficult situations and interacting with diverse populations.
- Computer skills to maintain electronic records, enter data, and use programs and databases required for assigned duties.
- Knowledge of community resources, organizational practices, effective teaching methods, and research techniques to support collaboration, education, and improved nursing services.
Responsibilities
- Conduct licensing inspections, complaint investigations, follow-up inspections, and monitoring visits at Adult Family Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, Enhanced Services Facilities, nursing homes, and other licensed residential care settings.
- Evaluate nursing care and resident services by observing care and living environments, reviewing professional records, and gathering information from residents, families, facility staff, and other sources.
- Analyze findings to identify deficient practices, determine compliance with state regulations, and communicate inspection and investigation results to providers and staff.
- Prepare accurate technical reports, investigation summaries, statements of deficiencies, and electronic records while meeting required timelines and performance standards.
- Coordinate complaint investigations with Adult Protective Services, law enforcement, the Long-Term Care Ombuds, the Department of Health, and other investigative agencies as needed.
- Provide nursing consultation and guidance to Allied Health peers, facility staff, and other stakeholders while maintaining professional communication and protecting confidential information.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, informal dispute resolutions, administrative hearings, and other assigned activities while following established policies, procedures, and management directives.
Benefits
- Snohomish County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
