OQRI Auditor – Registered Nurse

About the role

The State of Georgia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking an OQRI Auditor who is a Registered Nurse. The role involves conducting on‑site reviews, audits and surveys of clinical and treatment facilities across the statewide hospital system to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform on‑site reviews, audits, and surveys of clinical and treatment facilities.
• Coordinate quality‑assurance activities, including chart reviews and audits.
• Determine compliance with TJC, CMS, and state/federal regulations.
• Monitor, track, and maintain records of compliance findings.
• Plan and evaluate outcome studies and compliance reports.
• Develop, schedule, and implement mock surveys and complaint investigations.
• Recommend operational changes based on audit results.
• Research DBHDD policies, TJC standards, and CMS regulations.
• Participate in hospital system meetings and other assigned duties.

Required profile

• Active Registered Nurse license in Georgia.
• Experience in mental health (inpatient or outpatient, AMH or Forensics).
• Knowledge of treatment planning in mental health.
• Familiarity with TJC accreditation requirements and CMS certification standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% statewide.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using Microsoft SharePoint.
• Ability to apply Tracer Methodology in audits.
• Understanding of TJC (HAP, NCC, BHC) standards.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations.

What we offer

• Compensation based on education and experience.
• Robust benefits package for all career stages.
• Opportunity to impact the lives of over 10 million Georgia citizens.
• Professional development within state government.