68048817 - REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST

State of Florida•Saint Augustine Beach, FL

4d•$1,942 - $2,256•Onsite

About The Position

The Bureau of Field Operations is responsible for the survey and certification process of health care facilities across the State of Florida. These surveys ensure that all state licensed and federally certified health care facilities meet the established state and/or federal requirements and patients and residents receive safe, quality health care. Field Operations staff also ensure the safety of residents in health care facilities when emergencies such as natural disasters occur. The primary function of the Registered Nurse Specialist is to conduct inspections utilizing an established survey process. The survey process includes evaluation of health care facilities for state licensure and federal certification requirements for participation under Medicare/Medicaid. The incumbent will document findings and complete written reports of survey findings. The incumbent may be required to perform surveys as an individual, team member or team leader. As assigned by management, this position is required to successfully complete the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test within the first 12 months of employment as required by Sections 1819(g)(2)(c)(ii) of the Social Security Act, as amended, and Article IV(B) of the Agreement pursuant to Section 1864 of the Social Security Act. The incumbent must be proficient with computer equipment and software programs, such as Microsoft Word and Outlook, as well as smart phone technology. This position may require extensive travel, including significant overnight travel. The incumbent must also be available to work before and after normal working hours including weekends and holidays. Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. The incumbent will conduct on-site health facility inspections primarily in these following counties: Duval, Baker, Nassau, Clay, Flagler, St. Johns and Volusia.

Requirements

Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464
Two years of professional nursing experience.
Proficient with computer equipment and software programs, such as Microsoft Word and Outlook, as well as smart phone technology.
Ability to lift a laptop/ tablet computer and work manuals with or with accommodation.
Ability to travel with or without accommodation.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in Nursing Homes and/or Assisted Living Facilities.

Responsibilities

Conduct inspections utilizing an established survey process.
Evaluate health care facilities for state licensure and federal certification requirements for participation under Medicare/Medicaid.
Document findings and complete written reports of survey findings.
Perform surveys as an individual, team member or team leader.
Successfully complete the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test within the first 12 months of employment.
Conduct on-site health facility inspections primarily in Duval, Baker, Nassau, Clay, Flagler, St. Johns and Volusia counties.

Benefits

Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees
Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida
Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
Opportunities for career advancement
Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges/universities)
Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required)
Training opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Shared Savings Program for select medical services
Lower copays for prescription drugs
Health and Wellness discounts