Nurse Consultant & Nursing Home Surveyor
Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Health Service Regulation Job Classification Title Nurse Consultant I (NS) Position Number 60054040 Grade MH16
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work The Nursing Home Surveyor (Nurse Consultant I) position involves regulatory activities to determine compliance of nursing homes with federal and state requirements through inspections. Job Responsibilities
- Survey nursing homes during routine surveys and complaint investigations.
- Complete survey reports, including statements of deficiency and complaint allegation findings.
- Must pass the Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) after training.
- Work a home‑based schedule servicing Columbus, Duplin, Greene, Harnett, Johnston, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Pitt, Wake, Wilson counties region. Spend an average of three days per week in nursing homes conducting inspections. Occasionally inspections are required on weekends and night shift. Overnight stays are expected when the nursing home is greater than 60 miles from home‑base.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences
- Strong clinical background, including assessment, care planning and delivery of care.
- Demonstrated skills in communicating effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to compose technical reports using good grammar.
Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $62,044 - $102,371 Recruitment Range: $62,044 - $80,000 This position is funded in part through federal funds. The State of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, the NCFlex program, paid vacation, sick and community service leave, and paid parental leave. Minimum Education and Experience Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and one year of experience in the area of specialization. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job