Entry Level Risk Analyst Jobs in Louisiana (NOW HIRING)

About this Job OUR MISSION: To safeguard the life and health of the citizens of Louisiana by assuring that persons practicing as Registered Nurses and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses are competent and safe. The Compliance Investigator position is a career progression group that ensures alleged violations of the Nurse Practice Act, Nursing Board Rules and Regulations, and state and federal laws are appropriately investigated for final disciplinary resolution under the supervision of the Compliance Team Leader. The incumbent will investigate matters that impact Registered Nurse licensure, student eligibility, and advancement/clinical progression, and report to the Compliance Team Leader.

Utilizes sound judgment to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and procedures, and demonstrates initiative in handling of non-routine situations. Requires the exercise of a high degree of confidentiality essential in the execution of administrative duties. Involves frequent contact with Registered Nurse licensees, applicants, student nurses, schools of nursing, employers, other state and federal agencies, hospital administrators, regulatory agencies, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies in Louisiana and nationwide, among others.

Key Competencies Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas. Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws. Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.

Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command. Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to be consistent, honest, and a trustworthy steward of State resources. Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to accept ownership for your actions, behaviors, performance, and decisions.

Displaying Professionalism: The ability to recognize how your actions impact the perceptions of both you and your organization. Thinking Strategically: The ability to generate insights and identify opportunities for future growth of the organization. What makes the opportunity exciting or unique.

Working as a compliance Investigator is a unique opportunity to support and uphold public health and safety. You will contribute to the integrity and accountability of the nursing profession. Become part of a dedicated team that values ethical standards, fairness, and professional growth.

Join us in shaping the future of nursing in Louisiana. Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses; OR Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR A bachelor's degree. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field.

The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Compliance Investigator I is an entry-level position and differs from Compliance Investigator 2 by performing entry-level compliance investigations.

Compliance Investigator, I am primarily assigned investigations when the alleged act poses a lower risk for harm to patients or human error behavior. Compliance Investigator I is expected to become proficient in overall job duties while working and consulting with a Compliance Investigator 2 or 3, RN Compliance Officers, and the Compliance Team Leader. Compliance Investigator 2 is an experienced-level position and differs from the Compliance Investigator 3 by the absence of advanced-level compliance investigations.

Compliance Investigator 2 is primarily assigned investigations when the alleged act results in substantial harm or there is a high risk of substantial harm to patients or when the alleged act poses a moderate risk for substantial harm to patients or at-risk behavior. Compliance Investigator 2 is expected to become proficient in overall job duties while working and consulting with a Compliance Investigator 3, RN Compliance Officers, and the Compliance Team Leader. Compliance Investigator 3 is a highly responsible advanced journeyman position that exercises a greater level of independence, effectiveness, and accuracy, and differs from Compliance Investigator I or 2 by performing advanced-level compliance investigations.

Compliance Investigator 3 is primarily assigned investigations when the alleged act poses imminent and substantial danger to the public health, safety, and welfare of citizens, or the alleged act results in substantial harm, or there is a high risk of substantial harm to patients. Compliance Investigator 3 is expected to demonstrate proficiency in overall job duties while working and consulting with RN Compliance Officers and the Compliance Team Leader. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational Career Progression: This position participates in a CPG NOTE REGARDING THE ADVERTISED PAY: This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and may be filled as a Compliance Investigator 1-3.

The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series. The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant.

How to Apply No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Resumes WILL NOT be accepted instead of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

* Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Kris Major Louisiana State Board of Nursing majork@lsbn.state.la.us