Job Bulletin

SALARY

$58,895.00 - $89,448.00 Annually

LOCATION

Montgomery County, PA

JOB TYPE

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

CS-20212742-3924A

DEPARTMENT

Department of Health

DIVISION

HL Div of Home Hlth

OPENING DATE

08/11/2021

CLOSING DATE

8/24/2021 11:59 PM Eastern

JOB CODE

3924A

POSITION NUMBER

50307000

UNION

AFSCME 33 - AFSCME Council 33

BARGAINING UNIT

PAY GROUP

ST08

BUREAU / DIVISION CODE

00078421

BUREAU / DIVISION

Bureau of Community Program and Licensure Certification/ Division of Home Health

WORKSITE ADDRESS

1937 New Hope Street

CITY

Norristown

ZIP CODE

19401

CONTACT NAME

Bobbi Risbon

CONTACT PHONE

717-736-7354

CONTACT EMAIL

brisbon@pa.gov

SALARY

$58,895.00 - $89,448.00 Annually

LOCATION

Montgomery County, PA

JOB TYPE

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

JOB NUMBER

CS-20212742-3924A

DEPARTMENT

Department of Health

DIVISION

HL Div of Home Hlth

OPENING DATE

08/11/2021

CLOSING DATE

8/24/2021 11:59 PM Eastern

JOB CODE

3924A

POSITION NUMBER

50307000

UNION

AFSCME 33 - AFSCME Council 33

BARGAINING UNIT

PAY GROUP

ST08

BUREAU / DIVISION CODE

00078421

BUREAU / DIVISION

Bureau of Community Program and Licensure Certification/ Division of Home Health

WORKSITE ADDRESS

1937 New Hope Street

CITY

Norristown

ZIP CODE

19401

CONTACT NAME

Bobbi Risbon

CONTACT PHONE

717-736-7354

CONTACT EMAIL

brisbon@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you interested in improving the quality and safety of health care for the citizens of Pennsylvania?

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Health Facility Quality Examiners (HFQE) are responsible for conducting surveys, investigating complaint allegations, and answering regulatory questions to providers in Home Health, Hospice, Dialysis, Pediatric Extended Care Centers, Birth Centers, Outpatient Rehabilitation, and Community Outpatient Rehabilitation and Home Care (non-skilled). Work tasks are completed independently or as a member of a team with frequent travel to agencies/facilities and/or patient residences to observe care, interview patients, family members and/or staff members and review documentation. Through analysis, evaluation and assured compliance with both Federal and State regulations, the HFQE can make a positive impact to Pennsylvanians and their families.

Work Hours and Additional Information:

Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, with a 30 minute lunch period
Irregular work hours.
Statewide and overnight travel.
Overtime as needed.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
You will have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time on days that you are not out on survey at a facility. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Norristown.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Qualifications:

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements - A bachelor's degree in nursing and one year of related professional experience; OR an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing; or possession of a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Condition of Employment: Nursing specialty area employees possessing non-renewable temporary practice permits must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one year period as defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
PA residency currently waived for this title
Do not submit resumes, cover letters, and similar documents. These documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Must be able to perform essential job functions

Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals)

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.

Agency: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Website: http://www.employment.pa.gov
Address: 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Health Facility Quality Examiner (Nursing) Supplemental Questionnaire

* QUESTION 1

Do you possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing or a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing?

Yes

* QUESTION 2

If you answered Yes to question 1., please provide your license number and expiration date in the text box below.

* QUESTION 3

How much full-time professional nursing experience do you possess?

A. 1 or more years

B. 9 months but less than 1 year

C. 6 but less than 9 months

D. 3 but less than 6 months

E. Less than 3 months

F. None

* QUESTION 4

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

* QUESTION 5

How much graduate coursework do you possess in Nursing?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3 and click on Other Information.

A. A conferred master's degree or higher

B. 30 credits or more

C. 15 but less than 30 credits

D. Less than 15 credits

E. None

* QUESTION 6

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.

Yes

* QUESTION 7

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – REVIEWS RECORDS FOR COMPLIANCE

Reviews records such as patient medical records, dietary service records, client records, staffing records and patterns, administrative board minutes and bylaws, procedures, policies and written contracts to determine if they are in compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations.

A. I have reviewed a variety of patient and facility records as THE LEADER of a team of professionals whose sole purpose was visiting facilities and determining the facility's compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

B. I have reviewed a variety of patient and facility records as A MEMBER of a team of professionals whose sole purpose was visiting facilities and determining the facility's compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

C. I have performed quality assurance reviews of a variety of patient and facility records within the facility I worked. These reviews included determining the facility's compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

* QUESTION 8

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
The type of records you reviewed.
Your level of responsibility (team leader, team member, supervisor performing quality assurance reviews, etc.)

* QUESTION 9

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – CONDUCTS INTERVIEWS

Interviews patients, residents, medical staff, complainants, witnesses, etc. to ascertain facts and secure information in order to detect possible violations of applicable laws, rules and regulations.

A. I have experience independently conducting investigatory interviews related to possible violations of laws, rules and regulations. I was responsible for the complete interview process such as planning interviews, developing interview questions, selecting interviewees, taking notes and asking follow up questions.

B. I have experience assisting others conducting investigatory interviews related to possible violations of laws, rules and regulations. I was NOT responsible for the complete interview process.

C. I have experience independently conducting employment, media or other interviews NOT related to possible violations of laws, rules and regulations. I was responsible for the complete interview process such as planning interviews, developing interview questions, selecting interviewees, taking notes and asking follow up questions.

D. I have vocational training, college or graduate level coursework related to this work behavior such as interviewing, counseling, developmental listening, evidentiary rules, etc.

E. I have NO experience, coursework, or training related to this work behavior.

* QUESTION 10

The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
The type of interview you conducted (investigatory, non-investigatory).
Your level of responsibility (planned the whole process, assisted with the process).

* QUESTION 11

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours

* QUESTION 12

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

Composes investigative reports, responses to inquiries, or other written reports and documents based on interpretations and comprehension of law, case studies, regulations, investigations, and agency goals.

A. I have experience writing investigative reports, responses to inquiries and other written reports and documents. I was responsible for the accuracy and content of the complete document.

B. I have experience writing portions or sections of investigative reports, responses to inquiries and other written reports and documents. Someone more experienced than I am was responsible for the accuracy and content of the complete document.

C. I have experience preparing basic, routine reports such as weekly or monthly reports, progress reports, or activity reports.

D. I have college or graduate level coursework related to this work behavior such as technical writing, report writing, non-fiction writing, etc.

E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

* QUESTION 13

The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
The types of written documents you prepared (reports, letters, etc.)
Your level of responsibility.

* QUESTION 14

College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours

* QUESTION 15

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – PROVIDES TECHNICAL GUIDANCE

Provides technical guidance and consultation to facility staff, administrators, complainants, patients, patient representatives, and the public regarding state and federal laws, rules, and regulations concerning operational licensure/certification requirements for health care facilities.

A. I have been a PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT providing technical guidance and consultation services to a variety of personnel such as facility staff, administrators, complainants, patients, patient representatives, and the public regarding licensure/certification requirements for health care facilities.

B. I have served as a MEMBER OF A TEAM that provided technical guidance and consultation to a variety of personnel such as facility staff, administrators, complainants, patients, patient representatives, and the public regarding licensure/certification requirements for health care facilities.

C. I have read and interpreted state and federal laws, rules and regulations concerning operational licensure/certification requirements for health care facilities; however, have only provided technical guidance to subordinate staff within the facility where I worked.

D. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

* QUESTION 16

The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
What state and federal laws, rules, and regulations you provided technical guidance on.
The job titles/occupations you provided technical guidance to.

* Required Question

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Health Facility Quality Examiner (Nursing)

THE POSITION

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

EXAMINATION INFORMATION