The role of the NFSU Performance Improvement & Training Analyst (PITA) is to provide ongoing evaluation, competency review, personalized training, and in-service training to NFSU (Nursing Facility Survey Unit) staff, to ensure the quality and adequacy of care and services received by residents in Oregon’s long-term care Nursing Facilities (NFs). Survey staff are responsible for determining compliance with mandated federal and state regulations within required timelines. Surveyor staff provide professional evaluations of findings during surveys, with recommendations to APD and CMS. This position coordinates with NFSU program management, professionals and support staff in facilitating this process. This position also provides policy interpretation, training, quality assurance, and technical assistance to NFSU staff, NF providers, and community partners related to state and federal regulations.
The position ensures accurate completion of training and survey activities according to federal and state regulations and rules, professional standards of practice and Department procedures; actively participates in staff field activities and monitors learning experiences of new and existing employees; ensures a working relationship with other APD and Agency and Area Agency on Aging (AAA) staff and actively participates in projects at the request of Department management.