Job Description

Description DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS *THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.* Would you like to make a difference in your community while utilizing your experience as a Registered Nurse? The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is recruiting for a Nurse Reviewer (Registered Nurse, Senior RN) position in our Bureau of Long-Term Care (BLTC) team in the Twin Falls office. We are seeking an individual who is driven to make an impact to our patient’s lives. If you are someone who wants to make a difference, share in growth and collaboration, and know at the end of the day you have made a positive impact, then our nursing position might be for you! The Nurse Reviewer position is responsible for completing in home assessments with participants with a focus on remaining in their home environment. This position ensures quality management standards are completed. Additional responsibilities include working closely with health care providers, consultation, and liaison with the community. This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time. The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

BENEFITS:

BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS

11 paid holidays Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start Paid parental leave Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week) PERSI Choice 401(k) Deferred compensation plan Life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Student Loan Forgiveness Wellness programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Wide variety of training opportunities Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Assess each client's health, social, emotional, rehabilitative, and habilitative care needs. Observe facility staff and others providing services to clients. Conduct assessments document findings to ensure sufficient information is gathered on which to base compliance decisions. Use critical thinking skills and professional judgment to determine if the facility is meeting clients' needs in accordance with the stated regulations and health care standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Licensed as a Professional or Registered Nurse in Idaho as defined by Idaho Code 54-1408 or state licensure as a Registered Nurse pursuant to the Nurse Licensure Compact, Idaho Code 54-1418.For licensure information, please contact the Idaho Board of Nursing at or call (208) 577-2476. Experience performing nursing assessments and developing and implementing nursing care plans. Typically gained by at least six months work experience. ***PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications. If you have questions, please contact us at: Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions. (answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST) EMAIL:dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov

PHONE:(208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. State of Idaho

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Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start, Trial period, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Monday to Friday,

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