RN Compliance Officer at State of Louisiana, LA
State of Louisiana, LA · Baton Rouge, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Baton Rouge
About the Department
The Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Nurse Compliance Officer to join our Compliance Division. This pivotal role involves ensuring that Louisiana nurses uphold professional standards of conduct and practice while also promoting public protection through fair and consistent application of regulatory and disciplinary processes.
As an RN Compliance Officer, you will work at the intersection of nursing practice, administrative law, and public health, evaluating complaints and coordinating investigations. This position provides a unique opportunity for an RN to leverage clinical knowledge in a regulatory setting to uphold the integrity of the nursing profession.
Key Competencies
- Registered Nurse license in good standing with the Louisiana State Board of Nursing
- Strong understanding of the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act, professional ethics, and nursing standards.
- Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex cases with attention to detail, discretion, objectivity, and professionalism.
- Comfortable working in a regulatory or legal environment.
- Prior experience in compliance, risk management, peer review, or legal nursing is highly desirable.
Working as an RN Compliance Officer with LSBN offers a rare blend of clinical insight and public service. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that plays a vital role in protecting the public and supporting nurse accountability and rehabilitation. This role is ideal for a nurse looking to step beyond bedside care and influence the future of nursing practice in Louisiana through regulatory impact, policy implementation, and professional leadership.
Join us in shaping the future of nursing in Louisiana.
JOB APPOINTMENT: THIS POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS A FULL-TIME JOB APPOINTMENT FOR A LIMITED DURATION NOT TO EXCEED FOUR YEARS
Position Duties
Four years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
A bachelor's degree in nursing plus three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
A master's degree in nursing or public health plus three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
A doctorate in nursing or public health plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse.
Minimum Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Other Qualifications
Job Duties:
- Receives information regarding actions or omissions by licensees and others that may represent a violation of the Nurse Practice Act
- Timely notifies respondents of allegations/information in accordance with statutory requirements and case law
- Communicate and establish relationships with other regulatory and enforcement agencies, employers, schools, and the nursing community. Accurately answer inquiries regarding the Nurse Practice Act and investigative rules and policies.
- Participates in performance improvement activities, continually improving all processes as opportunities for improvement arise.
Appointment Type: Job Appointment-THIS POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS A FULL-TIME JOB APPOINTMENT FOR A LIMITED DURATION NOT TO EXCEED FOUR YEARS
Career Progression: N/A
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test scores are required in order 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 application 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.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu 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 MajorLouisiana State Board of Nursing
225-755-7556
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