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You will serve as a Health Facility Surveyor with the Health Care Surveillance Branch, Healthcare Licensing and Surveys, Wyoming Department of Health, conducting surveys and investigating complaints statewide according to Wyoming State Statutes agreement with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Job Responsibility:
Performs standard and abbreviated surveys such as initial licensure and certification surveys, recertification surveys, complaint investigations, and follow-up surveys
Ensure the survey process is implemented correctly and efficiently
Interprets regulations and guidance from the State Operations Manual and other federal/state guidelines
Performs complaint intakes, assesses, and documents regulatory problems
Determines regulatory category for complaint allegations
Report findings to the Team Coordinator or, when working independently, to the Supervisor
Evaluate plans of correction and communicate approval or concerns to facility leadership
Provides oral or written technical assistance to a variety of healthcare provider types
Participates in in-service education, as well as other educational opportunities related to the survey process
Extensive statewide travel to and from survey sites
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare)
0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Healthcare) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist
OR 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Healthcare) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist
Licensed as an RN by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing
Complete the CMS Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT) within 6 months of employment
Knowledge of health care standards, medical conditions (acute and chronic), medical procedures, mental health needs, and quality of life
Knowledge of Federal and State requirements for certifying and licensing healthcare facilities
Nice to have:
Experience working in a nursing home, hospital, home health agency, hospice, ambulatory surgical center, or dialysis facility
What we offer:
$2,000 hiring bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance