Review Vacancy
TitleHealth Care Surveyor 2 - 47118
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $99342 to $108721 Annually
Street Address Office of Aging and Long Term Care, Division of Home and Community Based Services
1565 Jefferson Road
Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer: Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive service as Health Care Surveyor 2 (Nursing) (G20) OR Current NYS employee with one year or permanent or contingent permanent competitive service in a title G18 or higher and meeting the non competitive qualifications listed below.
Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications: 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: Must have strong clinical knowledge; interpersonal, problem solving, decision-making and time management skills; work well independently and as part of a team and have the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders. In addition, the ideal candidate must have excellent writing and editing skills and be able to effectively interpret regulations governing Home and Community Based Services and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Home Care Health Care experience a plus.
Duties Description The Health Care Surveyor 2 in the Division of Home & Community Based Services Program will be responsible for routine surveillance and investigation of complaints and incidents of licensed home care services agencies, certified home health agencies, hospices, and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) to ensure that care provided meets standards of practice and complies with State and federal statutes and regulations. The surveyor evaluates the care and services provided to individuals in their homes, assisted living facilities, adult homes, hospice residences, nursing homes and PACE programs/facilities. The surveyor will conduct surveys in a professional and objective manner in accordance with the applicable state and/or federal regulations, and policies and procedures. The surveyor will complete required survey activities in accordance with the established time frames, either independently or in collaboration with others. They incumbent will also gather accurate and complete information from all possible sources of information (reviews medical and other records to evaluate quality and appropriateness of care; and agency policies and procedures to ensure they are consistent with federal and state mandates; interviews individuals, family members, and health care professionals). The surveyor will prepare State of Deficiency reports (SODs) and any associated survey correspondence in a clear and concise manner. The incumbent will also ensure that Plans of Correction (POCs) comply with all applicable regulations and requirements. The surveyor will properly use the automated system to document survey activities and ensure that information is accurately and clearly presented. The surveyor will also review policy and procedure manuals for new agencies, review and monitor Home Health Aide Training Programs, and respond to public health emergencies and participate in preparedness related activities, training and exercises as directed and needed.
Additional Comments Frequent travel, including overnights and travel to areas that may not be served by public transportation, is required.
Posted Salary range includes the statutory hiring rate at step 4 and job rate for PS&T Grade20 ($79,342 - $88,721) and an additional Geographic Pay Differential of $20,000.
Non-competitive appointment via the HELP Program.
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
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Email Address DOHNurses@health.ny.gov
Address
Street RM 2217 Corning Tower, ESP
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference SM/HCS2/47118 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, SM/HCS2/47118, 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.