Nurse Surveyor (Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse) - State of Illinois : Job Details

Agency: Department of Public HealthClass Title: HEALTH FACIL SURVEILLANCE NURSE - 18150Office: Health Care RegulationDivision: Long Term Care Field OperationsPosting ID: 44-25-0097 / 41890Posted: 10/16/2024-10/29/2024Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,899/month; Full Range $6,899 - $9,381/monthJob Type: SalariedCategory: Full TimeCounty: PeoriaNumber of Vacancies: 1Plan/BU: RC023This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.Posting Identification Number:44-25-0097 / 41890Position OverviewThe Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to under general supervision of Regional Field Supervisor, conducts surveys, investigations and monitoring visits of long-term care facilities to determine compliance with State Licensure requirements and/or federal Medicare/Medicaid certification regulations. Prepares licensure and certification survey/investigation forms, memorandum and reports of findings. Conducts on-site monitoring visits at non-compliant facilities.Benefits StatementAs a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement SystemDeferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement planOptional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)13-14 paid holidays per year12 weeks of paid parental leaveEmployee Assistance Program and/or mental health resourcesThese are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: FunctionsTravels to conduct surveys of skilled and intermediate care nursing homes, shelter care facilities, veterans homes and related facilities to determine level of compliance with State Licensure regulations and Federal Medicare/Medicaid (Title XIX and XVIII) certification standards.Prepares licensure and certification survey/investigation forms, memoranda, and reports of findings as required.Conducts on-site monitoring visits at non-compliant facilities pursuant to the monitoring requirements established by the Nursing Home Care Act.Participate in staff meetings and training sessions designed to improve survey performance.Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the responsibilities enumerated above.Minimum QualificationsRequires (a) graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or a diploma degree in nursing and three years of professional nursing experience or, (b) a bachelor's degree in nursing and two years of professional nursing experience or, (c) a master's degree in nursing.Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.Preferred QualificationsElementary knowledge in conducting surveys in skilled and intermediate care nursing home facilities and shelter care facilities.One year experience conducting survey activities in nursing home and related facilities.One year experience with federal and state rules and regulations concerning licensure and certification of long-term care facilities.Elementary knowledge of the on-site process of monitoring visits to non-compliant facilities.One year experience in nursing principles and practices.One year experience preparing accurate reports of survey findings.Ability to develop and maintain harmonious and productive working relationships with various administrative and medical personnel, local governmental agency personnel and recipients of health care program.Conditions of EmploymentRequires ability to travel in the performance of duties.Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health related policy and guidance.Must reside in Henderson, Warren, Knox, Stark, Marshall, Hancock, Peoria, Woodford, Tazewell, Mason, Adams, Schuyler, Brown, Cass, Menard, Logan, Fulton, McDonough. (May be assigned to facilities outside of that area, if necessary).*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.About the AgencyThe Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.Work Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:00AM-5:00/4:30PM (1/2 hr lunch)Work Location: 5415 N University St Peoria, IL 61614-4789Agency Contact: [email protected] Group: Health ServicesThis position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).Revolving Door:Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSUse the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job AidNon-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:...@[email protected]