Washington State ESD
DSHS HCLA Nursing Home Surveyor - Nursing Consultant Institutional
Washington State ESD, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Nursing Consultant Institutional - Nursing Home Surveyor
The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS), Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA), is hiring a Nursing Consultant Institutional to serve as a Nursing Home Surveyor.
This position is a Registered Nurse role focused on protecting the health, safety, and well‑being of people living in licensed nursing facilities. In this role, you’ll conduct on‑site surveys and complaint investigations to determine compliance with state and federal nursing home regulations. Your work directly supports licensure and certification decisions and helps ensure residents receive appropriate, safe, and high‑quality care.
This is a field‑based role that requires sound clinical judgment, objectivity, and strong communication skills. Travel is to be expected. You’ll work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, engaging with facility staff, residents, families, and agency partners in professional, often complex situations.
Some of what you will do:
Travel to nursing homes within the assigned region to conduct on‑site full surveys and complaint investigations, which may require consecutive days at a facility.
Plan, organize, and manage inspection workloads and timelines, including preparation, on‑site work, and completion of accurate and timely reports and statements of deficiencies.
Observe resident care, services, and the physical environment to evaluate compliance with applicable regulations.
Conduct interviews with residents, family members, facility staff, and community representatives to gather information about care and services.
Review medical records and other documentation to assess nursing care and service delivery.
Communicate findings with providers throughout the inspection process in a clear, objective, and professional manner.
Collaborate with survey team members and participate in required education, training, and administrative hearings.
Enter required information into state data systems, including inspection timelines, investigation summaries, and findings.
Who should apply?
Associate degree in nursing/diploma nurse AND five years of experience as an RN in a long‑term care setting.
Bachelor of science in nursing AND three years of experience as an RN in a long‑term care setting.
Master of nursing/master of science in nursing AND two years of RN experience in a long‑term care setting.
Note: A valid Washington State license to practice as a registered nurse is required.
Additional knowledge, skills, and abilities we are looking for:
Regulatory and clinical judgment: Applies state and federal requirements to evaluate nursing and long‑term care services using objective, evidence‑based standards.
Skillful communication: Communicates clearly, respectfully, and objectively with residents, families, providers, and agency staff, both verbally and in writing.
Critical thinking: Analyzes complex clinical and operational information to identify deficient practices and determine appropriate findings and recommendations.
Professional conduct under pressure: Maintains professionalism, consistency, and sound judgment in high‑pressure environments, complex investigations, and challenging conversations with residents, providers, and stakeholders.
Documentation and organization: Organizes information and prepares accurate, thorough, and timely written reports using required data systems and technology.
Independent and team‑based work: Works effectively with minimal supervision while contributing as a collaborative and reliable member of a multidisciplinary team.
Interested? Apply today!
The Department of Social and Health Services’ vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions? Please contact DSHS Recruiter Georgina Pringle at Georgina.Pringle@dshs.wa.gov and reference #09014.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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This position is a Registered Nurse role focused on protecting the health, safety, and well‑being of people living in licensed nursing facilities. In this role, you’ll conduct on‑site surveys and complaint investigations to determine compliance with state and federal nursing home regulations. Your work directly supports licensure and certification decisions and helps ensure residents receive appropriate, safe, and high‑quality care.
This is a field‑based role that requires sound clinical judgment, objectivity, and strong communication skills. Travel is to be expected. You’ll work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, engaging with facility staff, residents, families, and agency partners in professional, often complex situations.
Some of what you will do:
Travel to nursing homes within the assigned region to conduct on‑site full surveys and complaint investigations, which may require consecutive days at a facility.
Plan, organize, and manage inspection workloads and timelines, including preparation, on‑site work, and completion of accurate and timely reports and statements of deficiencies.
Observe resident care, services, and the physical environment to evaluate compliance with applicable regulations.
Conduct interviews with residents, family members, facility staff, and community representatives to gather information about care and services.
Review medical records and other documentation to assess nursing care and service delivery.
Communicate findings with providers throughout the inspection process in a clear, objective, and professional manner.
Collaborate with survey team members and participate in required education, training, and administrative hearings.
Enter required information into state data systems, including inspection timelines, investigation summaries, and findings.
Who should apply?
Associate degree in nursing/diploma nurse AND five years of experience as an RN in a long‑term care setting.
Bachelor of science in nursing AND three years of experience as an RN in a long‑term care setting.
Master of nursing/master of science in nursing AND two years of RN experience in a long‑term care setting.
Note: A valid Washington State license to practice as a registered nurse is required.
Additional knowledge, skills, and abilities we are looking for:
Regulatory and clinical judgment: Applies state and federal requirements to evaluate nursing and long‑term care services using objective, evidence‑based standards.
Skillful communication: Communicates clearly, respectfully, and objectively with residents, families, providers, and agency staff, both verbally and in writing.
Critical thinking: Analyzes complex clinical and operational information to identify deficient practices and determine appropriate findings and recommendations.
Professional conduct under pressure: Maintains professionalism, consistency, and sound judgment in high‑pressure environments, complex investigations, and challenging conversations with residents, providers, and stakeholders.
Documentation and organization: Organizes information and prepares accurate, thorough, and timely written reports using required data systems and technology.
Independent and team‑based work: Works effectively with minimal supervision while contributing as a collaborative and reliable member of a multidisciplinary team.
Interested? Apply today!
The Department of Social and Health Services’ vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions? Please contact DSHS Recruiter Georgina Pringle at Georgina.Pringle@dshs.wa.gov and reference #09014.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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