RN Compliance Officer

To safeguard the life and health of the citizens of Louisiana by assuring that persons practicing as Registered Nurses and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses are competent and safe. Overview The Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Nurse Compliance Officer to join our Compliance Division. This pivotal role involves ensuring that Louisiana nurses uphold professional standards of conduct and practice while also promoting public protection through fair and consistent application of regulatory and disciplinary processes. As an RN Compliance Officer, you will work at the intersection of nursing practice, administrative law, and public health, evaluating complaints and coordinating investigations. This position provides a unique opportunity for an RN to leverage clinical knowledge in a regulatory setting to uphold the integrity of the nursing profession. What makes the Opportunity Exciting or Unique Working as an RN Compliance Officer with LSBN offers a rare blend of clinical insight and public service. You'll be part of a mission-driven team that plays a vital role in protecting the public and supporting nurse accountability and rehabilitation. This role is ideal for a nurse looking to step beyond bedside care and influence the future of nursing practice in Louisiana through regulatory impact, policy implementation, and professional leadership. Join us in shaping the future of nursing in Louisiana. Possession of a current Louisiana Registered Nurse license or a temporary permit or multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state to practice as a registered nurse plus one of the following: Four years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR A bachelor's degree in nursing plus three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR A master's degree in nursing or public health plus three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR A doctorate in nursing or public health plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

This highly responsible professional-level position is responsible for a broad range of activities related to the enforcement of the Nurse Practice Act and works to ensure that alleged violations of the Nurse Practice Act, Nursing Board Rules and Regulations, and state and federal laws, are appropriately investigated. Incumbent will provide medical and technical expertise required to investigate matters that include, but are not limited to, nurse practice or ability to practice safely, patient care, nurse licensure, student or applicant eligibility, and advancement/clinical progression. Incumbent must collect, analyze and utilizes sound judgment to interpret and apply policies, regulations. and procedures in handling of sensitive medical issues or non-routine investigative situations. Receives information regarding actions or omissions by licensees and others that may represent violation of the Nurse Practice Act; assigns a priority placement of investigation based on public protection needs; develops and initiates investigative plan; conducts extensive investigations by interviewing, securing evidence and information related to the matter under investigation, analyzing records, among others.

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The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test scores are required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For further information about this vacancy, contact: Kris Major Louisiana State Board of Nursing 225-755-7556 MAJORK@LSBN.STATE.LA.US