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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 06/15/26

Applications Due06/30/26

Vacancy ID218002

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Care Surveyor 3 (Nursing) (NY HELPS) - 82687

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade22

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $132178 to $143230 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 80%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Suffolk

Street Address Division of Home and Community Based Services

320 Carleton Avenue

City Central Islip

StateNY

Zip Code11722

Duties Description The Health Care Surveyor 3 in the Division of Home & Community Based Services Program will be responsible for routine surveillance and investigation of complaints and incidents of licensed home care services agencies, certified home health agencies, and hospices to ensure that care provided meets standards of practice and complies with State and federal statutes and regulations. The surveyor will lead surveys in a professional and objective manner in accordance with the applicable state and/or federal regulations, and policies and procedures.
The surveyor will complete required survey activities in accordance with the established time frames, either independently or in collaboration with others.
The surveyor will gather accurate and complete information from all possible sources of information (reviews medical and other records to evaluate quality and appropriateness of care; and agency policies and procedures to ensure they are consistent with federal and state mandates; interviews individuals, family members, and health care professionals).
The surveyor will prepare State of Deficiency reports (SODs) and any associated survey correspondence in a clear and concise manner.
The surveyor will ensure that Plans of Correction (POCs) comply with all applicable regulations and requirements.
The surveyor will properly use the automated system to document survey activities and ensure that information is accurately and clearly presented.
The surveyor will review policy and procedure manuals for new agencies, review, and monitor Home Health Aide Training Programs, and respond to public health emergencies and participate in preparedness related activities, training and exercises as directed and needed.

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive, service as a Health Care Surveyor 3 (Nursing) and able to meet the below minimum qualifications.

Non-Competitive Candidates: Possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State; and three years of post-licensure, specialized professional administrative or professional clinical experience.

Substitution: a bachelor's degree in nursing can substitute for one year of post-licensure clinical nursing experience; and a master's degree in nursing can substitute for two years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Current clinical care knowledge. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Experience with home health care is a plus.

Additional Comments Frequent travel, including overnights and travel to areas that may not be served by public transportation is required.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

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Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MM/HCS3/82687 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MM/HCS3/82687, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.

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