As a Nurse Consultant I in the Acute and Home Care Licensure and Certification Section, the main responsibility is to conduct licensure and/or certification onsite surveys or in office review of documentation to ascertain compliance with applicable State Licensure and/or Federal Certification Regulations for . Acute Care Hospitals, Critical Access Hospitals, Psychiatric Hospitals, Abortion Clinics, Cardiac Rehabilitation Centers, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, End Stage Renal Disease Providers, Rural Health Clinics, Outpatient Rehabilitation Therapists, and Rehabilitation Facilities. Job Responsibilities Include: * Perform on-site standard and/or complaint surveys to ensure compliance with State Licensure and/or Federal Regulations relative to the programs being surveyed. * Use findings obtained from on-site survey activity (i.e. observations, record reviews and interviews) to prepare deficiency reports which provide legal documentation of providers' non-compliance with applicable State Licensure and/or Federal Regulations * Review Plans of Correction submitted by providers in response to cited deficiencies resulting from on-site surveys. * Provide clarification and information to the public, providers and prospective providers on the licensure and certification process, requirements, and interpretations. * Intake complaints and concerns from the public for investigation. * Respond to written requests for information to the public, providers and other agencies. * Meet with interest groups, such as health care associations, civic clubs, and professional organizations to discuss the present and future goals of the licensure, certification and inspection of care programs. This is a home-based position in the Central/Eastern Region and applicants should reside in Wake, Johnston, Pitt, Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, Wayne, Nash, Wilson, Edgecombe, or a surrounding county. Compensation & Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).  Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, as well as 12 annual paid holidays. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit State Benefits for more information.  About the Division of Health Service Regulation and Acute Home Care Licensure and Certification Section: The Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR) provides for the health, safety and well-being of individuals through effective regulatory and remedial activities including appropriate consultation and training opportunities and by improving access to health care delivery systems through the rational allocation of needed facilities and services. The Acute and Home Care Licensure and Certification Section ensures standards of care are provided for the health, safety and well-being of citizens receiving services in State licensed and Medicare/Medicaid facilities and agencies through effective regulatory oversight, consultation and training.    To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:    * Strong clinical background, including assessment, care planning, and delivery of care. * Skills in communicating effectively (verbally and in writing). * Demonstrated ability to compose technical reports using good grammar. * Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data for decision-making  * Must possess a valid driver's license with the ability to drive a vehicle. Management Preferences  * Nursing experience working in acute care hospitals, critical access hospitals, cardiac rehabilitation centers, end stage renal disease facilities, ambulatory surgery centers, and abortion clinics * Experience using a computer and MS Office applications. Physical requirements: * Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods; ability to lift luggage (20-50 pounds); close visual acuity   Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience". If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both.  See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.     Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and one year of experience in the area of specialization. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone.  To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying when the job has been filled.   For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with, via email only, for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-855-3859.