Hospital/ASC Nurse Surveyor

About the role

The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) seeks a nurse surveyor to inspect and audit health care entities. The role involves conducting surveys, investigating complaints, and ensuring compliance with state and federal rules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site surveys using federal and state protocols and procedures to identify deficient practices and determine appropriate levels of non-compliance.
• Communicate observations and findings to ensure adherence with survey protocols and maintain the integrity of the survey.
• Conduct on-site investigations of complaints within required timeframes using federal and state protocols and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of complainants, consumers, and complaint survey schedules.
• Complete a written summary of the investigation of each allegation in the complaint.
• Organize and submit survey packets according to division policies.
• Prepare for and testify in legal proceedings.
• May assist in staff training.

Requirements

• Specialized knowledge of principles of nursing practice and standards of care.
• Specialized knowledge of state licensure and federal certification requirements.
• Knowledge of survey and investigative procedures and the ability to conduct surveys, inspections, interviews, observations, and investigations.
• Ability to identify potential adverse health and safety conditions.
• Ability to utilize computer equipment and software to enter, retrieve, and manipulate data.
• Ability to work before and after normal work hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to be professional and maintain composure under stressful situations.
• Commitment to the public health mission of protecting the health, safety, rights, privacy, and well-being of residents in long-term care facilities.
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in an Acute or Long-Term Care setting is preferred.
• An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.

Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge of principles of nursing practice and standards of care.
• Specialized knowledge of state licensure and federal certification requirements.
• Knowledge of survey and investigative procedures and the ability to conduct surveys, inspections, interviews, observations, and investigations.
• Ability to identify potential adverse health and safety conditions.
• Ability to utilize computer equipment and software to enter, retrieve, and manipulate data.
• Ability to work before and after normal work hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to be professional and maintain composure under stressful situations.
• Commitment to the public health mission of protecting the health, safety, rights, privacy, and well-being of residents in long-term care facilities.
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in an Acute or Long-Term Care setting is preferred.
• An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.

Skills

• Specialized knowledge of principles of nursing practice and standards of care.
• Specialized knowledge of state licensure and federal certification requirements.
• Knowledge of survey and investigative procedures and the ability to conduct surveys, inspections, interviews, observations, and investigations.
• Ability to identify potential adverse health and safety conditions.
• Ability to utilize computer equipment and software to enter, retrieve, and manipulate data.
• Ability to work before and after normal work hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to be professional and maintain composure under stressful situations.
• Commitment to the public health mission of protecting the health, safety, rights, privacy, and well-being of residents in long-term care facilities.
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in an Acute or Long-Term Care setting is preferred.
• An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• A wellness rewards program.
• A health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• A 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Group life insurance.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.