HEALTH FACILITIES SURVEYOR NURSE II

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DHMH, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Administration (ADAA), Catonsville, MD

This position, serving as the Healthcare Facilities Compliance Evaluator, plays an essential role in assuring the regulatory and contractual compliance of Opiate Maintenance Treatment programs (also known as OMTs or 'methadone programs') in Maryland. The ADAA is recognized officially by SAMHSA as the State Opiod Treatment (CSAT) and its Division of Pharmacologic Therapies (DPT), which in turn enforces the Federal regulations of 42 CFR Part 2. The main purpose is to assess, evaluate, and improve the quality of healthcare that is provided in public and private OMTs in the State of Maryland.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One year of experience inspecting licensed health care facilities to ensure compliance with State and federal regulations.

Note: Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse may be substituted for the Education requirement.

This position requires reliable transportation and excellent driving record as 70% of the work is done in the field. Experience and knowledge in the area of opioid treatment and medication management is desirable. Licensed health care professional is preferable. The successful applicant should have training in the treatment of substance use disorders and experience in providing health care services for SUD patients, and be able to conduct program evaluations and perform medication assessments for appropriateness of care.

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess and maintain a current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing.  A copy of your license, license verification or license number and expiration date must be attached to your application.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated.  The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.  Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.  For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Applicants certified to list will receive eligibility for a period of one (1) year.
Eligibility may be extended beyond one (1) year period.  For Recorded Job Information Call:  410-767-6018.

Online applications are highly recommended, however the paper application may be submitted to DHMH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.  The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

If you need to submit additional information, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: (410) 767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS  

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.