Nursing Services Surveyor Consultant - Omaha

About the Role

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented, professional Registered Nurse with long-term care experience for the full-time position of Nursing Services Surveyor Consultant. In this role, you will perform state and federal surveys of long-term care facilities to ensure compliance with regulations, contributing to the mission of "Helping people live better lives."

Responsibilities

• Perform state and federal surveys of long-term care facilities, including interviews, record reviews, and observations of resident care such as:
• Feeding, bathing, and grooming
• Medication administration
• Meal preparation and serving
• Donning and doffing of PPE and infection control practices
• Wound care and treatment
• Transfers and respiratory treatments
• Peri and incontinence care
• All other aspects of skilled nursing facility operations
• Document observations related to wound care, dining services, kitchen services, infection control, and other regulatory compliance areas.
• Maintain accurate and thorough written and verbal communication.

Requirements

• Post-high school coursework/training in professional nursing.
• Experience in hospital, public health, or nursing administration, teaching, or surveying health care facilities.
• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation for work-related travel.
• Ability to travel frequently (at least 2 weeks per month) and work overnight stays.
• Ability to work at least one weekend/Sunday shift per quarter.
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts and travel up to 2 hours per day by car.
• Ability to carry a laptop or tablet computer for documentation.
• Must maintain an unencumbered RN license in good standing.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent long-term care (LTC) experience.
• Wound Nurse experience.
• Competency Testing Experience.
• MDS/RAI knowledge or ANACC certification.
• Care Plan experience.
• Infection Control or Infection Prevention Control knowledge or certification.
• QA/QAPI experience.
• Supervisory experience (e.g., Director of Nursing, ADON, Chief Nursing Officer, Executive Nurse, Corporate Nurse Consultant, Nurse Supervisor, or Unit Manager).

Pay

$33.033 - $46.130/hour. Pay rate may vary based on education, experience, and fiscal constraints, with consideration given to years of LPN and RN work experience.

Schedule

Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM.

Benefits

The State of Nebraska offers a comprehensive package including pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status. For more details, visit the State of Nebraska benefits page.