$39.11 - $62.58 Hourly

$81,349 - $130,159 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C11

Posting Details

Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.


Why does the job exist?

The Registered Nurse Supervisor will:

• Provide clinical expertise for Medicaid Long-Term Care (LTC) programs;
• Oversee the Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE);
• Conduct clinical reviews and audits;
• Review reports;
• Represent Medical Assistance Division (MAD) on several cross-agency work groups and committees.

How does it get done?

The Registered Nurse Supervisor is responsible for:

• Providing clinical expertise on the Medicaid LTC, CB and NF Programs;
• Collaborating with other departments, Managed Care Organizations (MCO), LTC providers and Medical Assistance Division (MAD) staff to develop and implement program improvements;
• Attending, facilitating, and presenting at LTC meetings;
• Representing Long Term Services and Support Bureau (LTSSB) at multi departmental NF Internal Dispute Resolution, Mortality Review and Joint Protocol meetings;
• Reviewing and analyzing MCO reports, including Report 8 for tracking Nursing Facility Level of Care (NF LOC), Report 20 on disease management and the PCS DSIPT report;
• Collaborating with Quality Bureau on the HCBS CAHPs Survey, HSD quality metrics and MCO performance improvement projects.

Who are the customers?

• Medicaid recipients, providers, and other state and federal government agencies.

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate has:

• Knowledge of the New Mexico Medicaid program and Long-Term Care;
• Strong analytical and organizational skills;
• Experience with contract oversight and provider compliance;
• Experience in working independently and with different systems.

Minimum Qualification

Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico and five (5) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Must obtain a Defensive driving certification.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required.

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Agency Contact Information: Jolene Jaffa, (505) 690-9920. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.