Overview
Job Description and Duties
**Employees appointed to this classification shall receive the maximum of the pay range, as well as a Recruitment and Retention Differential of $200 per month**
The Health Facilities Evaluator Nurse (HFEN) is responsible to protect public safety in health care facilities by reviewing, analyzing, and trending statewide processes and recommending training plans for internal/CDPH employees which addresses the training needs of all Program staff (surveyors, consultants, administrative and support staff). The HFEN acts as an expert in the survey and certification process by maintaining a thorough knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws and regulations and program policies and procedures. The HFEN will also conduct onsite monitoring of survey teams on a periodic basis to evaluate adherence to the Federal survey process, principles of investigation, and deficiencies noted similar to Federal Oversight Support Surveys (FOSS) and Comparative Surveys. Frequent travel is required. Approximately 35% overnight travel is necessary on a case-by-case basis.
If you have previously applied to Job Control # (439600) , you do not need to apply again. Your application is still in consideration.
About The California Department of Public Health
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.