ARIZONA STATE BOARD OF NURSING

1740 West Adams Street Suite 2000

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Hourly Pay Range: $16.07 - $28.76 

Grade: 19

Position will remain open until filled

A Senior Investigator investigates alleged violations of the Nurse Practice Act, and recommends appropriate disciplinary action to the Board.

• Prepares Interim Orders requesting licensees consider voluntarily participating based on prior actions taken by the Board, and thereafter, presents to the Board for final determination

• Review complaints and develop an investigative plan; conduct interviews of the complainants, witnesses, providers, and respondents and obtains written statements, records, and evidence relevant to the investigation

• Applies and interprets Federal, State and agency laws, rules, regulations, and policies regarding nursing practice and complex investigations

• Extracts and analyzes documentation, evaluations, healthcare, and employment related records, government records, and practice reviews

• Prepares and issues subpoenas to obtain or inspect pertinent information (police reports, medical records, personnel records, etc.)

• Write reports of findings to summarize the evidence obtained and submit for review and use in disciplinary proceedings

• Conduct multi-division and multi-agency investigations regarding various subject matter in high-profile cases

• Works with applicable staff to refer criminal actions to appropriate law enforcement entities

• Present cases at Board Meetings and testifies in administrative hearings as official witness

• Submit cases for summary suspensions, consent agreements and non disciplinary actions

• Analyze and evaluate statements, information, and evidence obtained

• Gather and preserve documentary and physical evidence

• Participate in projects and presentations

• Other duties assigned to the position

Knowledge:

• Knowledge in general Laws and reporting regulations for abuse and neglect of vulnerable populations

• Knowledge in project management principles, professional report and technical writing principles

• Knowledge in applicable Laws, rules, and policies, procedures

• Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act rules and regulations

Skills:

• Skilled in technical skills including use of databases, Microsoft Office products, email and electronic referral and verification sources; producing professional technical reports and letters

• Strong interpersonal skills in order to effectively relate to licensees and certificate holders, complainants and inter agency stakeholders

• Basic computer operations skills, including working with Word and Google documents

• Critically analyze problems and develop plans for remedial action

• Skilled in research and analysis

Ability:

• Ability to work well with others; prioritize, plan, analyze, coordinate and manage a caseload; maintain objectivity; produce timely and accurate reports and documentation; and in presenting cases in a Board meeting or hearing 

• Ability to interpret rules, laws, and policies and apply to unique case circumstances

• Ability to work independently and with a variety of internal and external customers

• Ability to organize, prioritize and track files and information from various sources

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Experience with investigations, substance abuse, social work, and/or legal testifying preferred

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

• Health and dental insurance

• Retirement plan

• Sick leave

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Joey Ridenour at JRidenour@azbn.gov for assistance