HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE OFFICER - REGISTERED NURSE (HOME HEALTH, AND HOSPICE)

Position Overview

HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE OFFICER - REGISTERED NURSE (HOME HEALTH, AND HOSPICE)

Location: 150 N. 18th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Compensation: $57,750

The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults. Our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership. With opportunities ranging from entry-level to senior positions and flexible work schedules, you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of all Arizonans.

In this role, you will perform licensing inspections, ensure regulatory compliance at health care facilities, investigate complaints, and collaborate with various stakeholders to develop standards and facilitate rulemaking.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and understand statutes, rules, and internal procedures; participate in and conduct inspections/investigations to determine compliance with state regulations, statutes, and rules; and prepare investigation reports.
• Attend and participate in staff, advisory committee, and/or stakeholder organization meetings.
• Provide technical assistance to current or prospective providers and coordinate with other department offices.
• Perform other duties as assigned related to the position (typically 5% - 10%).

Required Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of the Arizona Administrative Code and Arizona Revised Statutes related to licensed facilities and providers.
• Understanding of facility management, operational concepts, specialized procedures, and methodologies such as Performance Management (PM), Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), and Lean.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to interpret professional literature and regulations.
• Proven problem-solving skills with an ability to change priorities as issues arise and work independently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel statewide.
• Must possess a valid level one fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to A.R.S. 41-1758.07 or apply for one within 7 working days after beginning employment.
• Associate’s degree with experience in a licensed or regulated setting or experience with a regulatory agency.
• Successful completion of the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates who possess a professional license to practice in the State of Arizona (e.g., Registered Nurse, Social Worker, Dietitian, Counselor) or proof of eligibility for reciprocity of an out-of-state license.

Benefits & Perks

• Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Wellness program and plans
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability insurance
• Defined retirement plan with monthly contributions (50% by the State and 50% by you)
• Award-winning Infant at Work program
• Credit union membership
• Transit subsidy
• ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program

For more details on benefits and the Paid Parental Leave pilot program, please visit the State of Arizona benefits page.

Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation (e.g., sign language interpreter or alternative format) by emailing virginia.hassard@azdhs.gov. All newly hired State employees must successfully complete E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.