Nurse Consultant

Job Title Nurse Consultant Agency 340 Oklahoma State Department of Health Location FSPS/Central Office Job Type Full time Schedule Monday – Friday, 8‑5 Compensation Up to $80,236.00, based on education and experience Benefits Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations. Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care. Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match. 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full‑time employees. 11 paid holidays a year. Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement. Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors. Longevity Bonus for years of service. Position Description This position functions under the direct supervision of the Administrative Program Manager, Perinatal & Reproductive Health (PRH) Division. Responsibilities include assisting the Program Manager with day‑to‑day oversight and administration of staff activities related to PRH grants, grant‑required quality improvement monitoring, communication with county staff on compliance with grant requirements, assisting team leads with program review/site visit details, taking lead on site visits, follow‑up on site visit requirements, and leading staff meetings related to program reviews and other grant‑required activities. Position Responsibilities Review materials for clinical accuracy for the State Level Information & Education Committee. Assist with review of quarterly fee schedules for OSDH and contractors. Assist with coordinating Comprehensive Program Reviews. Participate as a site visit team member or team lead for administrative review and/or clinical review and chart audits. Assess feedback from county staff after site visits and identify opportunities for clinical improvement. Utilize qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate program effectiveness and clinical services in the FP and maternity programs and develop QA/QI projects to improve quality and efficiency. Serve as subject matter expert for Nursing Service on clinical quality improvement projects and quarterly chart audits related to family planning and maternity services. Assist Nurse Manager with policy and procedure manual revisions/updates to maintain compliance with grant requirements and state laws/requirements. Participate in the development of federal grant applications as requested. Participate in program evaluation to include analysis of problems and needed services. Serve as subject matter expert on interpretation and application of agency and programmatic rules and policies. Assist with case abstraction for MMRC Committee if needed. Assist contractors with clinical questions and activities related to grant priorities, including serving as liaison with hospitals when indicated and contract monitoring to include approving invoices. Assist with electronic health record questions/issues related to PRH programs and ensuring compliance with grant funding and evidence‑based clinical practice. Collaborate with FSPS training coordinator to facilitate grant‑required training for all staff statewide providing direct health services. Update and maintain PRH web pages and SharePoint site. Being present in the office is an essential function of this job. Other duties as assigned. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, values, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting peers. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or a Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and three years of professional nursing experience. Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job‑related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license. Application Requirements If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications Experience working on quality improvement projects and/or grant compliance monitoring. Valued Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Knowledge of agency policy; of state and federal regulations relevant to agency programs; of methods of management and planning and of supervisory principles and practices. Ability is required to administer programs and supervise personnel; to maintain effective working relationships with others; and to exercise good judgment in the solution of problems. Knowledge of public health problems, principles and practices; of group organization and leadership; of community health organization; of grant preparation. Ability is required to speak to the public; to organize staff/partners and direct groups. Physical Demands And Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate‑controlled conditions and exposure to moderate noise levels. Employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job‑related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr