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NEOGOV · 2 hours ago

RN* Health Compliance Inspector, Acute Care HFEMS - FAA01177 (Health Professional III)

Denver, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$81K/yr - $81K/yr

6+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a dedicated RN Health Compliance Inspector to join the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. This role involves evaluating and ensuring compliance of health care facilities with applicable regulations, conducting surveys, and providing education on health care standards.

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Responsibilities

Assess the care, treatment and quality of life provided by health care facilities through observations, interviews, and record review

Utilize experience, training and judgment in evaluating and applying statutes, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures on a case-by-case, item-by-item basis for facility compliance/violation

Review occurrences and incidents of serious deficiencies and assess whether licensed health facilities intervened appropriately

Write statements of deficiencies, identifying areas of non-compliance with federal and state requirements based on survey/investigation results

Act as resource, educator, and interpreter of regulations for service providers and consumers, based upon established guidelines, policies and procedures

Qualification

Registered Nurse LicenseAcute Care KnowledgeRegulatory ComplianceReport WritingAnalytical SkillsTechnology ProficiencyCommunication Skills

Required

Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

Current, valid licensure as a Registered Nurse from the Colorado Board of Nursing or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)

A pre-employment background check

Active, unrestricted RN license is required

Ability to travel independently or with a group of other health professionals up to 75% of the time. Some overnight travel may be required

Must be able to work in environments where contagious diseases may be present (appropriate personal protective equipment and procedural protocols will be provided)

Be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place

Be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place

Must be proficient in word processing and able to use current communication technology to connect to the office from the field

Must obtain an influenza shot annually prior to the onset of the flu season or wear a mask while on facility/agency premises

Must be vaccinated against COVID19

Must be able to perform annual fit testing for N-95 masks, as well as complete annual training on donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Must be able to work occasional evening, night, weekend, or holidays depending upon circumstances of survey or complaint

Must be able to exert up to 45 lbs. of equipment for extended periods of time

Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time including climbing multiple flights of stairs

Requires the use and operation of state fleet vehicles

Preferred

Knowledge of Acute Care Facility Clinical operations such as hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and dialysis centers

Knowledge of the regulations that apply to acute care facilities and the ability to apply them effectively

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to analyze facts, data and evidence to arrive at a logical conclusion

Ability to analyze and interpret clinical evidence and clinical care to identify gaps

Ability to observe, electronically record, and interpret information

Competency in technology and equipment used in a health care setting (i.e. typing while conducting interviews)

Computer literate

Ability to use information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate errors and support decision making

Experience and ability to write factually accurate, clear, concise and professional reports

Benefits

Employee wellness programs and facilities

Extensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjects

Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State system

Strong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans

Medical and dental health plans

Paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time off

Mentoring program with opportunities for mentors and mentees

Tuition assistance for college level courses including Masters degree programs

Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules

A variety of employee resource groups