Job Description

Posting Details

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

This job posting will be used to conduct ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Our Vision

Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.

Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.

Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.

Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness.

Why does the job exist?

The Senior Registered Nurse/Healthcare Surveyor Nurse will:
Conduct surveys and investigations in Nursing Homes and Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IIDs) facilities to determine their level of compliance with State and Federal regulations.

How does it get done?

The Senior Registered Nurse/Healthcare Surveyor Nurse is responsible for:

Interviewing residents/clients and staff of healthcare facilities;

Evaluating the facility environment to ensure it meets safety and infection control standards;

Observing medication administration and wound care for compliance;
Reviewing records;
Ensuring resident/client rights, quality of care and quality of life meet regulation standards.

Who are the customers?

Long-Term Care healthcare providers

New Mexico Residents receiving healthcare services

Ideal Candidate

Long-Term Care healthcare providers

New Mexico Residents receiving healthcare services

Minimum Qualification

Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico and three (3) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.
Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. Must Possess and maintain a current Defensive driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting and in long term care facilities and ICF/IID with phone and extensive computer usage. Some sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending reaching and lifting up to twenty (20) pounds may be required. Extensive in-state with frequent overnight stays averaging one week at a time, is required. Occasional out-of state travel is required. Some out of pocket expense with reimbursement is required.
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Agency Contact Information: Jolie VanWinkle, Jolie.VanWinkle@hca.nm.gov, Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Night shift,

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