Nursing Board Consultant

\[placeholder] IMPORTANT. PLEASE READ. This position is a remote position. This position will be responsible for servicing primarily the southwest part of the state of Ohio (i.e., Outlined by the areas contained by Darke, Licking and Lawrence counties). The IDEAL candidate will reside somewhere centrally in this area. The successful candidate must be able to provide their own reliable transportation. Mileage expenses will be reimbursed. At the direction of the supervisor, enforces standards for pre\-licensure nursing education programs \& training programs as established in laws \& rules; consults \& advises administrators of nursing education programs; plans \& conducts survey visits to ensure compliance with Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN) requirements. Analyzes, develops, implements \& evaluates programs of the Board, drafts policies for action by the Board; collects, analyzes \& prepares reports of data relating to nursing education \& makes appropriate recommendations; develops, implements \& evaluates program goals \& policies. Monitors trends regarding assigned program area; coordinates assignments \& preparation of all reports to Board concerning assigned program area; responds to inquiries; provides consultation \& advice to administrators of nursing education programs, health care community, licensees \&/or members of the public. Represents the Board, Executive Director \&/or Supervisor at selected meetings \& conferences; staffs \&/or serves as liaison to advisory groups; maintains continuous personal contacts with nurses, nursing administrators, assistant attorney general's office \& general public; ensures accuracy \& timeliness of work activities in assigned program area in order to prevent adverse results (e.g., acts on applications for new schools or acts on curriculum changes in order to assist schools in implementation of plans; responds to questions in order to prevent miscommunication or lack of understanding of laws which could result in unlawful practice of nursing); operates personal computer to edit, enter \&/or verify data \& to produce reports \&/or documents. Performs other duties as assigned (e.g., attends staff meetings, seminars, continuing education events; makes recommendations \& assists in implementation of new \&/or proposed rule changes, policies \& procedures). Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full\-time and part\-time employees\. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) \& Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications Completion of graduate core program in nursing, education, management, or related field; 5 yrs. exp. as registered nurse; 36 months experience in management. Job Skills: Board and Commission Compliance Supplemental Information Successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug\-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug\-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non\-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug\-Free Workplace Policy (HR\-39\), and as outlined in the posting.