Nurse Consultant – Acute/Home Care Section

About the role

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Nurse Consultant I to support the Acute and Home Care Licensure and Certification Section. The role involves conducting on‑site and office‑based surveys to verify compliance with state licensure and federal certification regulations for home‑care agencies.

Key responsibilities

• Perform standard and complaint on‑site surveys of home‑care providers to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Document observations, record reviews, and interviews in deficiency reports.
• Review and evaluate Plans of Correction submitted by providers.
• Provide clarification on licensure and certification processes to the public, providers, and prospective providers.
• Intake and investigate public complaints and respond to written information requests.
• Engage with health‑care associations, civic clubs, and professional organizations about licensure and inspection goals.

Required profile

• Valid nursing license meeting the minimum education and experience requirements outlined in the vacancy announcement.
• Residency in one of the designated Eastern North Carolina counties (e.g., Bertie, Hertford, Pitt, Craven, Wayne, Nash, Wilson, Edgecombe, Martin) or a surrounding county.
• Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes on short notice, including occasional overnight stays.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary range $62,044 – $102,371 per year.
• State‑provided vehicle for travel when available; mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use.
• Opportunity to influence health‑care quality and safety across the state.