68024102 - REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST

Registered Nurse SpecialistThe primary function of the Registered Nurse Specialist is to conduct inspections utilizing an established survey process. The survey process includes evaluation of health care facilities for state licensure and federal certification requirements for participation under Medicare/Medicaid. The incumbent will document findings and complete written reports of survey findings. The incumbent may be required to perform surveys as an individual, team member or team leader.The incumbent must be proficient with computer equipment and software programs, such as Microsoft Word and Outlook, as well as smart phone technology. The incumbent must also be available to work before and after normal work hours including weekends and holidays. This position may require extensive travel, including significant overnight travel. Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. A good attendance record is essential for any individual in this position as the work involved occurs daily and is time-critical.The individual in this position is expected to report to work daily and on time. Leave must be requested in advance except in emergency circumstances not under the control of the employee.Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of state licensure and federal certification survey requirements. Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data. Ability to develop and implement various programs monitoring methodologies and techniques. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to prioritize workload. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to communicate effectively. Skills are needed in the techniques of oral communication, especially attentive listening; interview procedures; team dynamics; and methods of performance evaluations/reviews. Ability to utilize microcomputer equipment and software to enter, retrieve and manipulate data required to perform supervision of division licensure and certification functions. Ability to travel with or without accommodations. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis (laptop computers, manuals, etc.) with or without accommodations.Licensure as a registered professional nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 and two years of professional nursing experience is required. Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 64B9-3.Location: Clearwater, FL, US, 33760 St. Petersburg, FL, US, 33710 Gulfport, FL, US, 33707 Riverview, FL, US, 33579 Tampa, FL, US, 33672 Apollo Beach, FL, US, 33572 Dundee, FL, US, 33838 Pinellas Park, FL, US, 33781 Largo, FL, US, 33770 Ellenton, FL, US, 34222 Bradenton, FL, US, 34203 Bay Pines, FL, US, 33744 Sarasota, FL, US, 34240 Valrico, FL, US, 33594 Palmetto, FL, US, 34220