Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Care Surveyor 2 (Nursing)(NY HELPS) - 47072

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade20

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $120120 to $129781 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 80%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Suffolk

Street Address Office of Aging and Long Term Care, Center for Residential Surveillance, Division of Nursing Home & ICF/IID Surveillance

320 Carleton Ave, Suite 5000

City Central Islip

StateNY

Zip Code11722

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidate: Current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service as a Health Care Surveyor 3, G22, or community Nursing Services Consultant Home Health Services, G22 and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 or the Civil Service Law OR Current NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service in a title G20 or higher and meeting the non-competitive minimum qualifications listed below.

Non-Competitive: possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State; and two years of post-licensure, specialized professional administrative or professional clinical experience.

Substitution: a bachelor's degree in nursing may substitute for one year of post-licensure clinical nursing experience; and a master's degree in nursing may substitute for two years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to actively participate on an interdisciplinary team, accept criticism, and display constant professionalism as a representative of the Department; excellent interview, observational, and writing skills and the ability to translate collected information into legally defensible reports. Experience with the aged and aging population, especially in the provision of direct patient care as a human services or clinical professional, and an ability to appreciate how the aging process affects outcomes, and flexibility and dedication. Clinical knowledge and experience with Long Term Care and the aging population. Good understanding and use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as SharePoint. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test certification and investigatory experience.

Duties Description This incumbent will function as a complaint investigator, conducting interviews of residents, family representatives and the Interdisciplinary team; reviewing medical records, care plans, discharge planning; and performing quality assurance. Additionally, the incumbent will conduct post survey revisits both onsite and offsite and be involved in immediate jeopardy and healthcare emergency situations as they arise. The incumbent will write and review statements of deficiencies and case summary reports, ensuring consistency with applicable federal requirements, general grammar principles and evidence obtained; ensure all reports are appropriately entered into the applicable database, consistent with the applicable terms of use; and will be responsible to review and recommend approval of facility-prepared plans of correction and where applicable, conduct post-survey revisits to verify compliance.

Additional Comments This position requires travel at times to areas unserved by public transit. The successful incumbent must be flexible and available to work varied hours, which may include weekends and holidays, to respond to emergencies and/or provide guidance relative to off-hours investigations, as needed. Federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test certification is required within one year of date of employment.

Posted salary range includes the statutory hiring rate at Step 4 and job rate for PS&T Grade 20 ($81,720-$91,381) plus an additional Geographic Pay Differential of $35,000 and an additional $3,400 location pay.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Human Resources Management Group, SM/HCS2/47072

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference SM/HCS2/47072 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SM/HCS2/47072, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.