REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST

Agency & Position Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration Requisition No: 873919 Working Title: 68030837 - REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST About the Role 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, so 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. Work You Will Do 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. This position has been identified as mission essential. The incumbent may be required to work during the weekend or on holidays, and may also be called to work during disasters, including but not limited to responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man‑made or natural, possibly in another county or staffing location to assist other State Agencies. In accordance with 400.275, F.S., each member of a nursing home survey team who is a health professional licensed under Chapter 464 of the Florida Statutes shall earn not less than 50 percent of required continuing education credits in geriatric care. The incumbent must be proficient with computer equipment and software programs such as Microsoft Word and Outlook, as well as smartphone technology. Emergency duties may require extensive travel, including significant overnight travel. Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. A good attendance record is essential for any individual in this position as the work is daily and time‑critical. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of state licensure and federal certification survey requirements. Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data. Ability to develop and implement various programs monitoring methodologies and techniques. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to prioritize workload. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to communicate effectively. Skills in oral communication, attentive listening, interview procedures, team dynamics, and performance evaluation/review methods. Ability to utilize microcomputer equipment and software to enter, retrieve and manipulate data required to perform supervision of division licensure and certification functions. Ability to travel with or without accommodation. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis (laptop computers, manuals, etc.) with or without accommodations. Minimum Qualifications Requirements Licensure as a registered professional nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 and two years of professional nursing experience are required. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligibility to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 64B9‑3. Contact JOY WALERSKI – View phone number on click.appcast.io Background Screening It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapters 435, F.S., and 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. Veterans’ Preference Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A‑7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Locations CLEARWATER, FL, US, 33760 ZEPHYRHILLS, FL, US, 33541 BARTOW, FL, US, 33831 APOLLO BEACH, FL, US, 33572 WESLEY CHAPEL, FL, US, 33543 HAINES CITY, FL, US, 33844 PALMETTO, FL, US, 34280 SEBRING, FL, US, 33875 DUNDEE, FL, US, 33838 POLK CITY, FL, US, 33868 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34212 FROSTPROOF, FL, US, 33843 AVON PARK, FL, US, 33382 BOWLING GREEN, FL, US, 33834 ZOLFO SPRINGS, FL, US, 33890 LAKELAND, FL, US, 33808 WINTER HAVEN, FL, US, 33880 BRANDON, FL, US, 33511 Benefits of Working for the State of Florida 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 one personal holiday each year Opportunities for career advancement Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida colleges/universities) Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required) Shared Savings Program for select medical services For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr