Nebraska Government
Nursing Practice Consultant to the Board of Nursing
Nebraska Government, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68501
Nursing Practice Consultant to the Board of Nursing (Open)
The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, "Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter. We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. We are looking for a skilled, detail oriented, Registered Nurse with a Masters degree in Nursing and 5 years nursing experience for the role of Nursing Practice Consultant to the Board of Nursing. In this role you will be an integral part of our Public Health Division by ensuring regulations and statutory requirements of advanced practice nursing (APRNs) nursing (RN or LPNs) or nursing support are met. You have the passion, we have the opportunities
let's make a difference for Nebraskans. As the Nursing Practice Consultant to the Board of Nursing, you will: Administers all aspects related to the regulations and statutory requirements of advanced practice nursing (APRNs) nursing (RN or LPNs) or nursing support. Develops, reviews, revises and implements legislation to ensure adequate regulation of APRNs, nursing or nursing support in the interest of public health and safety. Develops, reviews, revises and implements department rules, regulations, policies and procedures as they related to APRNs, nursing or nursing support. Provides advice and consultation within and outside of the department on APRNs, nursing or nursing support. Represents the department and participates in local, state, regional and national meetings on issues related to advanced practice nursing, nursing or nursing support. Prepares, develops, and presents educational material for public groups, media, and other interested persons. Coordinates or participates in specific committees, advisory councils and task forces as identified, requested or directed. Serves as the departmental resource person and consultant on the areas of advanced practice nursing and nursing. Responds to telephone and correspondence inquiries regarding advanced practice nursing, nursing or nursing support and interprets related statutes, rules, regulations, position statements, advisory opinions and policies. Prepares and disseminates statistical data pertinent to assigned areas of responsibility. Keeps abreast of state and national trends with potential impact on APRN, nursing or nursing support and communicates pertinent information concerning the regulatory impact of identified trends. Develops strategies and takes advantage of opportunities to inform the public regarding expectations as recipients of advanced practice nursing, nursing or nursing support services. Prepares written documents for a variety of audiences, which enhance understanding of advanced practice nursing, nursing and nursing support regulatory issues and assist in public protection. Provides ongoing review and information to Boards regarding evidence-based and best practices for nursing licensees. The Practice Consultant works collaboratively with the Executive Director and Education Consultant to the Board of Nursing, Advanced Practice RN Board and the Nebraska Center for Nursing, fully integrating knowledge and expertise in establishing a forward direction for the evolution of nursing licensure in NE. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Pay rate: $38.472/hour - $51.341/hour. Pay rate based on years of LPN and RN work experience. Minimum Qualifications: Licensure in Nebraska as a registered nurse and experience in nursing in a variety of roles. A Master's degree in nursing is required; experience in health regulation is desirable as is dedication to high standards for nursing practice. Preferred Qualifications: 5 years nursing experience in a variety of roles. Doctoral degree in nursing is preferred. Experience in health regulation is desirable as is dedication to high standards for nursing practice. When at FULL performance of the position, this individual would have the: Knowledge of: statutes and administrative rules governing advanced practice nursing (APRN), nursing and nursing support in Nebraska; legal and professional issues related to APRN, nursing and nursing support; public policy issues related to health care and regulation of health care providers; organizational structure, policies and standards of the agency. Skills and Ability to: communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing divergent backgrounds regarding nursing related questions and problems; facilitate and utilize advanced negotiation skills; plan, implement, administer and evaluate a complex system for maintaining APRN, nursing and nursing support standards in the state; interpret and apply statutes governing APRN, nursing and nursing support; develop and carry out research proposals to answer nursing regulatory questions; develop and implement surveys to add to database on nursing regulation; produce written materials related to APRN, nursing and nursing support; advocate for safe APRN, nursing and nursing support practices for protection of the public.
The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, "Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter. We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. We are looking for a skilled, detail oriented, Registered Nurse with a Masters degree in Nursing and 5 years nursing experience for the role of Nursing Practice Consultant to the Board of Nursing. In this role you will be an integral part of our Public Health Division by ensuring regulations and statutory requirements of advanced practice nursing (APRNs) nursing (RN or LPNs) or nursing support are met. You have the passion, we have the opportunities
let's make a difference for Nebraskans. As the Nursing Practice Consultant to the Board of Nursing, you will: Administers all aspects related to the regulations and statutory requirements of advanced practice nursing (APRNs) nursing (RN or LPNs) or nursing support. Develops, reviews, revises and implements legislation to ensure adequate regulation of APRNs, nursing or nursing support in the interest of public health and safety. Develops, reviews, revises and implements department rules, regulations, policies and procedures as they related to APRNs, nursing or nursing support. Provides advice and consultation within and outside of the department on APRNs, nursing or nursing support. Represents the department and participates in local, state, regional and national meetings on issues related to advanced practice nursing, nursing or nursing support. Prepares, develops, and presents educational material for public groups, media, and other interested persons. Coordinates or participates in specific committees, advisory councils and task forces as identified, requested or directed. Serves as the departmental resource person and consultant on the areas of advanced practice nursing and nursing. Responds to telephone and correspondence inquiries regarding advanced practice nursing, nursing or nursing support and interprets related statutes, rules, regulations, position statements, advisory opinions and policies. Prepares and disseminates statistical data pertinent to assigned areas of responsibility. Keeps abreast of state and national trends with potential impact on APRN, nursing or nursing support and communicates pertinent information concerning the regulatory impact of identified trends. Develops strategies and takes advantage of opportunities to inform the public regarding expectations as recipients of advanced practice nursing, nursing or nursing support services. Prepares written documents for a variety of audiences, which enhance understanding of advanced practice nursing, nursing and nursing support regulatory issues and assist in public protection. Provides ongoing review and information to Boards regarding evidence-based and best practices for nursing licensees. The Practice Consultant works collaboratively with the Executive Director and Education Consultant to the Board of Nursing, Advanced Practice RN Board and the Nebraska Center for Nursing, fully integrating knowledge and expertise in establishing a forward direction for the evolution of nursing licensure in NE. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Pay rate: $38.472/hour - $51.341/hour. Pay rate based on years of LPN and RN work experience. Minimum Qualifications: Licensure in Nebraska as a registered nurse and experience in nursing in a variety of roles. A Master's degree in nursing is required; experience in health regulation is desirable as is dedication to high standards for nursing practice. Preferred Qualifications: 5 years nursing experience in a variety of roles. Doctoral degree in nursing is preferred. Experience in health regulation is desirable as is dedication to high standards for nursing practice. When at FULL performance of the position, this individual would have the: Knowledge of: statutes and administrative rules governing advanced practice nursing (APRN), nursing and nursing support in Nebraska; legal and professional issues related to APRN, nursing and nursing support; public policy issues related to health care and regulation of health care providers; organizational structure, policies and standards of the agency. Skills and Ability to: communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing divergent backgrounds regarding nursing related questions and problems; facilitate and utilize advanced negotiation skills; plan, implement, administer and evaluate a complex system for maintaining APRN, nursing and nursing support standards in the state; interpret and apply statutes governing APRN, nursing and nursing support; develop and carry out research proposals to answer nursing regulatory questions; develop and implement surveys to add to database on nursing regulation; produce written materials related to APRN, nursing and nursing support; advocate for safe APRN, nursing and nursing support practices for protection of the public.