NEOGOV · 6 days ago
RN* Health Compliance Inspector, Acute Care HFEMSD - FAA01177 (Health Professional III)
Denver, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$81K/yr - $81K/yr
6+ years expNEOGOV is part of the State of Colorado, seeking individuals to join the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The RN Health Compliance Inspector will assess and ensure compliance of health care facilities in Colorado, providing vital oversight to protect patient safety and welfare.
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No H1B
Responsibilities
Assess the care, treatment and quality of life provided by health care facilities through observations, interviews, and record review
Evaluate and apply statutes, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures on a case-by-case, item-by-item basis for facility compliance/violation
Conduct nursing observations and medication pass task, and other tasks as applicable
Review occurrences and incidents of serious deficiencies and assess whether licensed health facilities intervened appropriately
Write statements of deficiencies, identifying areas of non-compliance with federal and state requirements based on survey/investigation results
Act as resource, educator, and interpreter of regulations for service providers and consumers, based upon established guidelines, policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Six (6) years of applicable health care in a facility or program regulated by the Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division
Current, valid licensure as a Registered Nurse from the Colorado Board of Nursing or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
A combination of education and experience equivalent to six (6) years such as two (2) years of professional health care in a facility or program regulated by the Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division AND graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Social Work, or closely related field
Active, unrestricted RN license
Ability and willingness to travel independently or with a group of other health professionals up to 50% of the time throughout Colorado
Must be willing to work in environments where contagious diseases may be present (appropriate personal protective equipment and procedural protocols will be provided)
Be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location
Must be proficient in word processing and able to use current communication technology to connect to the office from the field
Must obtain an influenza shot annually prior to the onset of the flu season or wear a mask while on facility/agency premises
Must be vaccinated against COVID19
Must be able to perform annual fit testing for N-95 masks, as well as complete annual training on donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Must be able to work occasional evening, night, weekend, or holidays depending upon circumstances of survey or complaint
Must be able to lift and carry up to 45lbs. of equipment for extended periods of time
Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time including climbing multiple flights of stairs
Once employed in this position, must successfully complete and apply all required surveyor training (unless training is unavailable) within the first six (6) months of service
Requires the use and operation of state fleet vehicles
Preferred
State service experience: Prior Colorado state service relevant to licensure/certification/survey work
RN practice background: Clinical experience in acute care, specialized units, home health, hospice, or home care; PDN/vent-trach, wound care, high-risk meds, or transitions of care experience
Quality & compliance: Experience evaluating quality of care, adverse events, incident reviews, and corrective action/POC validation
Interview proficiency: Skilled in trauma-informed and stakeholder-appropriate interviewing (clients, families, staff, external practitioners)
Analytic writing: Track record of clear regulatory narratives, evidence grids, and decision memos that withstand appeal or legal scrutiny
Data comfort: Ability to interpret EMR reports, staffing/scheduling data, and quality indicators to target probes and corroborate findings
Systems thinking: Understands agency operations (governance, QAPI, supervision, delegation) and how they impact bedside outcomes
Education & coaching: Experience serving as a resource/educator to providers on regulatory expectations and sustainable remediation
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage
Retirement benefits through PERA, with flexible plan options plus 401(k) and 457 savings plans
Generous leave, including 11 paid holidays and substantial personal time off
Short- and long-term disability protection
Wellness programs and on-site facilities that support health and balance
Professional development and mentorship opportunities across a wide range of topics
Tuition assistance for college and master’s-level coursework
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Flexible work schedules and strong work-life balance initiatives
Employee resource groups promoting inclusion, connection, and community
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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