REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST

Registered Nurse Specialist

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.

The incumbent must be proficient with computer equipment and software programs, such as Microsoft Word and Outlook, as well as smart phone technology. The incumbent must also be available to work before and after normal work hours including weekends and holidays. This position 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 involved occurs daily and is time-critical.

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 are needed in the techniques of oral communication, especially attentive listening; interview procedures; team dynamics; and methods of performance evaluations/reviews. 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.

Licensure as a registered professional nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 and two years of professional nursing experience is required. Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 64B9-3.

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