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Administrative and technical work to assure and improve the quality of mental health services through the Department of Mental Health. This individual also has direct oversight of quality and compliance at Designated Hospitals. This class requires extensive interaction with individuals with lived experience and their families, state agencies, hospital and unit leadership, and other organizations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistance Director of Quality Management.
Examples of work include:
• coordinating and leading the designation process for involuntary inpatient psychiatric units for the State of Vermont
• attention to detail in data input and analysis of emergency involuntary procedures, such as manual and mechanical restraints and emergency medications
• relationship building and organization skills to lead the Emergency Involuntary Procedure Review committee
• curiosity and interest in continuous improvement projects is critical since quality team is updating processes after each cycle
• clinical and report writing skill to observe and reflect on Electro Convulsive Therapy procedures
Who May Apply
This position, Nurse Quality Management Specialist - Interim (Job Requisition #49061), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact eva.dayon@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Duties may be performed in both field and office settings. Considerable travel may be required to community provider agencies for which overnight stays also may be required. Evening work may be required. Resistance or objection to standards or to survey findings may be anticipated and requires considerable tact and diplomacy to achieve appropriate resolution. Survey deadlines, exit conferences, and interviewing may on occasion cause stress.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of (or eligible for) licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Vermont OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license AND five (5) years or more of professional nursing experience INCLUDING two (2) years or more of in the specialty area.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Specialty Areas:
Psychiatric
Geriatric
Pediatric/Adolescent
Developmental disabilities
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
NOTE: Must maintain Vermont licensure as a Registered Nurse OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license as a condition of employment.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
Administrative and technical work to assure and improve the quality of mental health services through the Department of Mental Health. This individual also has direct oversight of quality and compliance at Designated Hospitals. This class requires extensive interaction with individuals with lived experience and their families, state agencies, hospital and unit leadership, and other organizations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistance Director of Quality Management.
Examples of work include:
• coordinating and leading the designation process for involuntary inpatient psychiatric units for the State of Vermont
• attention to detail in data input and analysis of emergency involuntary procedures, such as manual and mechanical restraints and emergency medications
• relationship building and organization skills to lead the Emergency Involuntary Procedure Review committee
• curiosity and interest in continuous improvement projects is critical since quality team is updating processes after each cycle
• clinical and report writing skill to observe and reflect on Electro Convulsive Therapy procedures
Who May Apply
This position, Nurse Quality Management Specialist - Interim (Job Requisition #49061), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact eva.dayon@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Duties may be performed in both field and office settings. Considerable travel may be required to community provider agencies for which overnight stays also may be required. Evening work may be required. Resistance or objection to standards or to survey findings may be anticipated and requires considerable tact and diplomacy to achieve appropriate resolution. Survey deadlines, exit conferences, and interviewing may on occasion cause stress.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of (or eligible for) licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Vermont OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license AND five (5) years or more of professional nursing experience INCLUDING two (2) years or more of in the specialty area.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Specialty Areas:
Psychiatric
Geriatric
Pediatric/Adolescent
Developmental disabilities
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
NOTE: Must maintain Vermont licensure as a Registered Nurse OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license as a condition of employment.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
