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.
OverviewThis highly responsible position provides administrative support and staff assistance to help ensure that the Louisiana Schools of Nursing and Educational Programs are compliant with legal standards of the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Incumbent will also assist in the timely issuance and maintenance of Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licenses, and approval for RN students to enroll in clinical courses to all eligible and qualified persons regulated by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Incumbent must possess and utilize knowledge relative to the Nurse Practice Act and the Administrative Rules of the Board relative to Schools of Nursing. The incumbent is expected to work collaboratively and communicate frequently with internal and external staff and stakeholders. Incumbent must be able to work independently, possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and exercise sound judgment, creativity, and resourcefulness in all areas of responsibility. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a highly diversified workload.
About this position:
This vacancy will be filled as a temporary Classified WAE appointment.Incumbents in these positions may not work more than 1,245 hours or 1 year, whichever comes first.AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
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.
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to be consistent, honest, and a trustworthy steward of State resources.
Adapting to Change: The ability to adjust plans, expectations, and behaviors in response to change.
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.
Communicating Effectively:The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
Displaying Expertise:The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training.
Managing Time:The ability to control your time to increase effectiveness, efficiency, or productivity.
Using Data:The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.
Two years of experience in administrative services.EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as six months of experience.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found
here.
Job DutiesThis position provides administrative and programmatic support to ensure compliance, coordination, and efficient operations within the Nursing Division.
This position will:
- Coordinate and review documentation from Schools of Nursing to ensure compliance with Board rules, regulations, and accreditation standards
- Conduct initial staff reviews of faculty qualifications, program reports, and supporting documentation; request and evaluate additional information as needed
- Prepare reports, summaries, and agenda materials for presentation to the Board of Directors
- Monitor and analyze program performance data, including NCLEX results, and assist in reporting findings to leadership
- Serve as a liaison with Schools of Nursing, continuing education providers, and stakeholders to provide guidance and ensure regulatory compliance
- Coordinate and support board, committee, and task force meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and meeting minutes
- Maintain official records, reports, and documentation in accordance with established recordkeeping requirements
- Provide administrative support for licensure and regulatory processes, including data entry, document management, and responding to inquiries
- Manage correspondence and communications with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and timely manner.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:Classified WAE - 1,245-hour limit per year.
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
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 score is 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 Major
Louisiana State Board of Nursing
majork@lsbn.state.la.us225-755-7556
