Professional & Occupational License Investigator - RN
About The Position
The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter. We recognize that our employees bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. We are looking for a skilled, detail oriented, professional Registered Nurse for the full-time position of Professional & Occupational License Investigator - RN . In this role you will be an integral part of our Public Health Division by completing investigations of complaints against licensed and unlicensed health professionals in Nebraska. You have the passion, we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans
Requirements
- Coursework/training or experience in law, law enforcement, biological/sociological sciences or another health related field; review of records and reports; evaluation of the use of evidence; conducting investigations.
- Experience in providing community/public health nursing care services preferred.
- Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Nebraska required.
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft Office/Word experience
- Investigative and/or law enforcement experience
- Experience writing investigative reports
- Experience testifying in hearings
Responsibilities
- Investigate complaints of alleged violations of statutes, rules, and regulations governing the practice of licensed health professionals; investigate alleged violations of the controlled substances statutes.
- Respond to requests for assistance from governmental agencies such as the FBI, DEA, FDA, Nebraska State Patrol and other state agencies, law enforcement agencies and insurance companies.
- Prepare comprehensive reports of investigations.
- Maintain detailed records, evidence and data pertaining to investigations.
- Advise and provide guidance to licensees on applicable statutes, rules, and regulations pertaining to their individual professions.
- Consult and assist law enforcement agencies with investigations and provide expert consultations, when appropriate.
- Conduct controlled substance accountability audits.
- Destroy outdated and/or unwanted pharmaceutical controlled substances according to established federal protocol with assistance from pharmacists, physicians, hospitals and other controlled substance registrants.
- Monitor licensees who have been placed on probation or whose practice has been limited.
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
- Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
- Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
- Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
- For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
