NURSE SURVEYOR/GENERALIST Position Available In Merrimack, New Hampshire

NURSE SURVEYOR/GENERALIST

The State of New Hampshire – 3.7 Concord, NH Job Details Full-time $31.33 – $42.60 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program 457(b) Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Long term care experience Nursing home experience RN License Mid-level Microsoft Office Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Acute care 1 year Care plans Patient observation Nursing Full Job Description State of New Hampshire Job Posting Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Health Facilities Administration Concord, NH

NURSE SURVEYOR/GENERALIST

Licensing & Evaluation Coordinator #40316 The starting pay range for this position is $31.33-$42.60 hourly •See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement. The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Facilities Administration has a full time vacancy for Nurse Surveyor/Generalist.

SUMMARY:

To evaluate the care and treatment provided to a variety of patient groups in various health care settings, with responsibility to perform specialized nursing and or other assessments individually or as a team leader of a multidisciplinary team, for the purpose of determining compliance with State licensure requirements and Federal Medicare/Medicaid certification standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Combines the analysis of medical or nursing records with direct observation to evaluate the care received by patients or residents in various health care settings with complex nursing and restorative needs including intravenous feeding/medications, suctioning, tracheotomy care, ventilator/respirator, infections, surgical wound treatment, and pressure ulcers in order to determine if the quality of care meets State and Federal standards for patient health and safety. Analyzes the effectiveness of treatment regimens and communicates complex clinical information to an interdisciplinary survey team for use in determining compliance with State and Federal health care requirements. Ensures provider compliance with medication administration standards by the review of medication logs, the analysis of quality assurance reports, and by direct observation of the medication administration process. Analyzes and interprets medical records and nursing notes to ensure that patient care plans are accurate and up to date. Determines if a provider is employing appropriate environmental infection control strategies and engineering controls in order to prevent the spread of illness in nursing homes and health care facilities. Reviews, monitors, and then approves or disapproves the nursing and /or other components of corrective action plans, or develops the nursing and/or other components of a directed corrective action plan when the provider is unwilling or unable to develop a corrective action plan. Prepares deficiency reports based on inspection and the review of records for health care providers, based on collected evidence using established principles of documentation for legal proceedings. Represents the Department or the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services at administrative hearings and court cases, and testifies regarding the interpretation of Federal and State regulations to support licensure or certification decisions. Utilizes current department electronic data management and communication systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Outlook, MS Office, Automated Surveying Processing Environment (ASPEN), and laptop computers. Performs the role of team coordinator when assigned upon successfully passing the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

YOUR

EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in nursing or a related human services field. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience:

Four years’ experience as a Registered Nurse practicing in long term care, assisted living, or in a health care setting or experience practicing in their field of expertise in for example, but not limited to Rehab Therapies, Pharmacy, Dietary or Nursing Home Administration in long term care, assisted living, or in an acute care setting. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

License/Certification:

Must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse or the associated licensure or certification in one of the following areas: Rehab Therapies, Pharmacy, Dietary, or Nursing Home Administration issued by the applicable New Hampshire Licensing Board. If in possession of such a license or certification from out of state, must obtain a temporary permit issued by the applicable New Hampshire Licensing Board. Must possess valid driver’s license and access to transportation with liability insurance coverage as required by state laws.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be willing and able to travel in and out-of-state, including overnight stays, and attend out-of-state training sessions as assigned. Must be able to observe, in real time and without slowing or otherwise interrupting the progress of, all applicable types of ongoing health care treatment (e.g., including emergency treatment, treatment during weather and other extreme situations, etc.). Standing for long periods of time, walking lengthy distances, lifting, climbing, stooping, pulling, and pushing in order to adequately inspect and observe all medical facilities, equipment and procedures, such as emergency exit procedures, remote storage facilities, any areas where cleanliness may affect the possibility of infection, medical equipment, etc., FOR

POSITIONS ASSIGNED TO HEATH AND HUMAN SERVICES ONLY

Must be able to satisfactory complete or meet additional training criteria relevant to the assigned program area; such as but not limited to: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT)

PREFERRED WORK TRAITS

Knowledge of Federal and State laws, and rules governing federal, and state programs; knowledge of administrative methods and procedures; knowledge of the functions provided by health facilities, hospitals, laboratories and related health service providers; skill in appraising standards, techniques and procedures regarding health care and residential facilities and services provided; ability to work with hospital and nursing home administrators, physicians and others regarding State and Federal standards and certification; ability to work effectively with Federal, State and local governmental authorities to bring about a coordinated program to reach stated objectives, ability to communicate effectively in oral or written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, health services personnel and the general public; must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification. For further information please contact Lizette Wee Sit, Supervisor

IV, , 603-271-9638.

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TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee’s union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected. Value of State’s share of

Employee’s Retirement:

13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

o Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value) o Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts o State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan o Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan o $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low cost group life insurance o Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500) Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

EOE TDD Access:

Relay NH 1-800-735-2964