REGULATORY SPECIALIST III - 64007253

Requisition No: 840726 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: REGULATORY SPECIALIST III - 64007253

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64007253 

Salary:  $35,317.26/annually 

Posting Closing Date: 11/28/2024 

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Division of Medical Quality Assurance

Bureau of Health Care Practitioner Regulation

Board of Nursing

Regulatory Specialist III

Full Time, Career Service Position

Salary: $35,317.26/annually

Open Competitive Opportunity

**This requisition may be used to fill multiple positions within the Bureau and drawn from to fill vacancies as they occur**

Your Specific Responsibilities:
 

• Position is responsible for handling regulatory administrative functions which support the licensure activities of the board office.
• This position assists in conducting daily activities that are required for administration and management of the board office.
• Services as chief point-of-contact and subject matter expert for applicants, stakeholders, and BON staff as the resource responsible for providing correct and appropriate information on laws and regulations relating to compliance with the Nurse Licensure Compact. Serves at point of contact to Bureau of Enforcement on matters related to multistate license.
• Maintains current knowledge of NURSYS, NLC, Education, policies, and other states of licensure, etc.
• Ensures receipt of declarations of primary state of residence forms and that they are entered into LEIDS and Axiom within one to two business days of receipt. Ensures that documentation regarding any 'disqualifying events' reported under the NLC which may affect license (compact) status are properly recorded, tracked, or updated in applicable license records. Expires- compact Florida licenses when notification is received of a current compact license in another compact state within two business days of receipt. Research licensure records and records pertinent information into LEIDS when information not on NURSYS within two business days of discovery.
• Processes, runs, and evaluates data from the Multiple Compact (Duplicate) Licenses Report as well as the Multi-State/Single State Licenses report to determine appropriate license status change(s) on NURSYS in a timely manner, at least weekly.
• Provides weekly reports to management regarding status of Multiple Compact (Duplicate) Licenses report and Multi-State/Single State Licenses report. Communicate with other state boards of nursing verbally and in writing in a timely and professional manner.
• Drafts pertinent NLC instructions, procedures, correspondence, etc. and keeps BON informed of pertinent information or revisions to states participation in the NLC.
• Collaborates with other BON staff as requested in licensing determinations that may require complex interpretation related to NLC.
• Ensures that managers are kept informed of any critical issues pertaining to processing and entering applications, discipline cases, etc. with NLC impact.
• Participates in NLC OPS network conference calls and provides updates to the supervisor and staff.
• Completes the following licensure review tasks: Collaborates with BON regulatory specialists or other BON staff for license application record reviews to ensure compliance with NLC rules and regulations. Determines and provides technical assistance to BON regulatory specialists regarding eligibility for issuing 'single-state' or 'multi-state' licenses in accordance with (nursing) and NLC laws and regulations.
• Provides periodic oral/written communication to BON regulatory specialists based on review of license applications/licenses regarding NLC compliance/non-compliance issues. Checks license data on NURSYS for to ensure accuracy of uploaded data.
• Requests additional reports from IT or develops spreadsheets using LEIDS reports, as necessary.
• Ensures that managers are kept informed of any critical issues pertaining to NLC compliance/non-compliance.
• Provides efficiency suggestions for all licensure processes as identified or needed. Participates in work groups as assigned.
• Assists with the processing of multistate licensure upgrade applications.
• Assists with the expiration of multistate applications more than one year old.
   

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 

• Ability to compile, organize and analyze complex data.
• Ability to investigate, analyze and resolve complex complaints.
• Ability to understand and apply Florida Statutes, rules, policies and procedures for licensing and regulation of professionals.
• Ability to provide consultative assistance to team members and professionals.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work processing team and Regulatory Specialist II activities.
• Ability to maintain effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain dependable, effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain pre-approved work schedule with minimal interruptions to workflow.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with LEIDS, Axiom Pro

Qualifications:
 
Preference will be given to those who meet the following minimum requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years administrative experience to include computer software, data entry, travel arrangement preparation, document preparation, personnel, and budget review.
• College education can substitute for the required experience on a year for-year basis.
   

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Our office is located in the Southwood area of Tallahassee in the Capital Circle Office Complex at:

4042 Bald Cypress Way

Tallahassee, FL 32399

** Work from home options available after initial training period **

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.