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Nursing Services Consultant

Salary

$66,250.00 - $100,636.00 Annually

Location

*Home Headquartered, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-24436-30755

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Div Intgrtd Cre Prgms

Opening Date

04/30/2025

Closing Date

5/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30755

Position Number

00134265

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

P3

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00211964

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Coordinated and Integrated Services / Division of Integrated Care Programs

City

Home Headquartered

Contact Name

Brooke Blaker

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you interested in managing a fully integrated model of healthcare and social services for the elderly? The Department of Human Services, Office of Long-Term Living is seeking a Nursing Services Consultant. If you are an organized, professional registered nurse with excellent communications skills and the desire to travel statewide to provide operational and clinical oversight needed to monitor quality management of the Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE) Program (nationally known as PACE), then we encourage you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A Nursing Services Consultant is a registered nurse in the role of LIFE Program Lead in the Division of Integrated Care Programs, Office of Long-Term Living managing operational and clinical operations while monitoring procedural compliance for the LIFE program. You will travel statewide to coordinate of all activities regarding policy, procedures, regulations, and quality improvement. You will also oversee risk management programs as they relate to improving the quality of service and support for the LIFE program. This role requires the ability to develop and maintain a collaborative working relationship with Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to discuss operational issues as they relate to Pennsylvania programs . In addition, you will investigate complaints and provide technical assistance to provider agencies.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00134265) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ Home Headquartered:This is a home headquartered position. You will be headquartered at your home and travel to worksites to complete your work duties. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to be headquartered at your home, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Two years of professional nursing experience; or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

+ All positions require active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.

+ All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Other Requirements:

+ PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) i s currently waivedfor this title.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. 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.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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 [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; or do you possess an active temporary permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If yes, please list the state that issued your license, your license number, and the expiration date. If you answered no to the question above, please type N/A in the box below.

03

How much full-time professional nursing experience do you possess

+ 2 years or more

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

04

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 experiencemustalso 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.

05

How many semester credits of graduate coursework have you completed in nursing, nursing education, nursing administration, or public health?

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 your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 30 credits or more

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

06

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. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer 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 ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

07

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - INTERPRET AND DEVELOP

Interpret Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) federal regulations and develop state regulations, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines to ensure compliance with those regulations for the Living Independently for the Elderly (LIFE) Program.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience interpreting Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) federal regulations AND developing state regulations, policies, procedures, standards, or guidelines to ensure compliance with those regulations for the Living Independently for the Elderly (LIFE) Program.

+ B. I have experience interpreting federal regulations AND developing state regulations, policies, procedures, standards, or guidelines to ensure compliance with those regulations.

+ C. I have experience interpreting federal regulations to ensure compliance with those regulations.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to policy or regulatory development.

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

08

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(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience interpreting federal regulations and the type(s).

+ Your experience developing policies and the type(s).

+ Your level of responsibility.

09

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the 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

10

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PROVIDE CONSULTATIVE AND TECHNICAL SERVICES

Provide nursing consultation and technical assistance to staff operating Living Independently for the Elderly (LIFE) provider facilities related to program operations, level of care requirements, and to ensure quality services.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience providing nursing consultation and technical assistance related to program operations, level of care requirements, and quality services to staff operating LIFE provider facilities.

+ B. I have experience providing nursing consultation and technical assistance related to program operations, level of care requirements, and quality services to staff NOT related to LIFE provider facilities.

+ C. I have experience providing consultation and technical assistance related to operations, requirements, or services.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to customer service relations or communications.

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

11

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(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience providing consultation and technical assistance and the type(s).

+ Your level of responsibility.

12

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the 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

13

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - ANALYZE REPORTS AND EVALUATE TRENDS

Analyze Living Independently for the Elderly (LIFE) program reports, contracts, and participant medical charts to evaluate trends and patterns in the access, use, quality, and cost management of services.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience analyzing LIFE program reports, contracts, and participant medical charts to evaluate trends and patterns in the access, use, quality, and cost management of services.

+ B. I have experience analyzing reports, contracts, or program information to evaluate trends and patterns in a product or service. This was NOT related to a LIFE program.

+ C. I have experience analyzing reports, contracts, or program information for purposes other than evaluating trends and patterns.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods or research design and analysis.

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

14

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(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience analyzing documentation and the type(s).

+ Your level of responsibility.

15

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the 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

16

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - INVESTIGATE

Investigate suspected abuse, serious injury, or death of Living Independently for the Elderly (LIFE) program participants; staff complaints; and incidents reported by the community, program participants/families, and state government officials. Complete document reviews and audits to determine compliance with applicable federal regulations, best practices, medical necessity, and level of care criteria.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience investigating LIFE program suspected abuse, serious injury, or death of program participants; staff complaints; or incidents reported by the community, program participants/families, and state government officials and completing document reviews and audits to determine compliance.

+ B. I have experience investigating suspected abuse, serious injury, or death of program participants; staff complaints; or incidents reported by the community, program participants/families, and state government officials and completing document reviews and audits to determine compliance. This was NOT related to the LIFE program.

+ C. I have experience investigating claims, complaints, or incidents and completing/reviewing documentation to determine compliance.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to investigations.

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

17

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(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience investigating complaints or incidents and the type(s).

+ Your level of responsibility.

18

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the 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

19

WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - DOCUMENTATION

Write reports of investigations and audits and provide to Living Independently for the Elderly (LIFE) providers. Create corrective action plan based on outcome of the investigation or audit.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience writing reports of investigations and audits, providing documentation to LIFE providers, AND creating corrective action plans based on outcome of the investigation or audit.

+ B. I have experience writing reports of investigations and audits, providing documentation, AND creating corrective action plans based on outcome of the investigation or audit. This was NOT related to the LIFE program.

+ C. I have experience writing reports or providing documentation. This was NOT related to an investigation or audit.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to report writing or business writing.

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

20

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(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience writing reports and providing documentation and the type(s).

+ Your experience creating action plans.

+ Your level of responsibility.

21

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the 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

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov