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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00028792 |
Description Activated On: 12/16/2025 3:57:32 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Provides leadership and technical assistance in the Nurse Aide Training Program for the federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987 and PA Nurse Aide Residence Abuse Prevention Act 14 of 1997 to local operators of programs to train nurse aides intended for employment in long-term care facilities. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Assure a skilled workforce through quality career and technical education (CTE). Complete on-site reviews of nurse aide training programs utilizing the approved on-site monitoring instrument based on Federal Regulations, 42a CFR, Part 483 and Act 14 of 1997 State Regulations. (#1) Assist with the process for approving nurse aide training program curricula submitted by locally operated nurse aide training programs. Provide technical assistance as requested to operators of nurse aide training programs throughout the Commonwealth. (#2) Review and approve applications for individuals seeking approval of new nurse aide training programs, conduct facility inspections, and complete follow-up correspondence. (#3) Provide assistance to the bureau in the preparation of reports, state/federal plans, and the revision/interpretation of legislation, regulations, and standards as related to nurse aide training programs. (#4) Maintain databases and files for NATCEP providers. (#5) Work cooperatively with quality assurance committee to identify and address issues related to nurse aide training and competency evaluation program. (#6) Participate in professional development activities to stay current in trends in Pennsylvania’s health care industry. Prepare for and present nurse aide topics during teaching the educator (TTE) workshop and the annual nurse aide state conference. Prepare travel requests and seek approval in ESS to conduct NATCEP reviews and prepare expense reports. As assigned, provide liaisons with other state government bureaus and agencies, professional associations, councils, and advisory groups (local, state, and national) to achieve PDE, bureau, and divisional priorities. Maintain lines of communication and working relationships with other bureau, PDE, and interagency staff who are apt to be involved in various components of the same technology and/or educational partnerships. (#7) Participate in projects assigned by the bureau director, assistant bureau director, and/or division manager. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Make decisions regarding the compliance of the Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Programs (NATCEP), plan and conduct assigned on-site reviews, and confirm that the program provides a plan of action for compliance issues and recommendations. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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