Health Care Surveyor 2 (NY HELPS) - 47055

Responsibilities The incumbent functions as a member of an interdisciplinary surveillance team that can include nurses, social workers, registered dietitians, and sanitarians; and performs the following duties as assigned: survey nursing home providers throughout the region, perform provider and patient interviews, review provider-developed materials for appropriateness, and collect evidence to support findings. As needed, support licensure of new nursing home providers and/or training programs; the incumbent may be assigned review of provider-developed policies and procedures to ensure clinical accuracy and support ongoing success. As part of a team environment, the incumbent may be asked to support emergency preparedness activities and/or initiatives underway in other long‑term care programs to support the overall mission of the Department and/or the Office of Aging and Long‑Term Care. Minimum Qualifications Must possess a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State and have one (1) year of post‑licensure, specialized professional administrative or professional clinical experience. Preferred Qualifications Ability to actively participate on an interdisciplinary team Accept constructive criticism Display constant professionalism as a representative of the Department Excellent interview, observational, and writing skills and the ability to translate collected information into legally defensible reports Experience with the aged and aging population, especially in the provision of direct patient care as a human services or clinical professional, and an ability to appreciate how the aging process affects outcomes, as well as clinical knowledge and experience with long‑term care and the aging population Understanding and use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint Excellent written and oral communication skills, flexibility and dedication Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test certification Additional Information This position requires travel to areas often underserved by public transit. The successful incumbent must be flexible and available to work varied hours, which may include weekends and holidays, to respond to emergencies and/or provide guidance relative to off‑hours investigations, as needed. Work hours will be determined at time of hire. Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test Certification is required within one year of the date of employment. The position may require travel throughout New York State, including overnights to areas not served by public transportation. Benefits Holiday & Paid Time Off Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System Shift & Geographic pay differentials Affordable Health Care options Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost NYS Deferred Compensation plan Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds EEO Statement NYS Department of Health does not participate in E‑Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr New York State Department of Health