Facility Compliance Officer

Buffalo Center -

Facility Compliance Liaison (Registered Nurse)
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing – Buffalo, NY

DESCRIPTION:
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, located at 1014 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14201, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Registered Nurse to join our team as a Facility Compliance Liaison. This dedicated role focuses on regulatory compliance, resident safety, and supporting the facility’s commitment to high-quality, ethical care.

The Facility Compliance Liaison reports directly to Centers Health Care’s Chief Compliance Officer and works closely with facility leadership to maintain and enhance an effective compliance program in accordance with state and federal requirements, DOH guidance, and internal policy standards.

DUTIES:

• Reinforce the ethical mission of the compliance program and promote a culture of integrity throughout the facility.

• Participate in committees related to compliance and quality of care, including QAPI, infection control, falls, behavioral, wound, discharge planning, and other high-risk committees.

• Review and investigate incident reports, grievances, and complaints.

• Provide regular updates to the Chief Compliance Officer regarding investigations, plans of correction, reportable events, and survey preparedness/outcomes.

• Identify trends related to resident care, staffing, departmental performance, and facility operations.

• Audit resident care documentation to ensure accurate charting, updated care plans, proper medication management, and delivery of medically necessary treatments.

• Monitor employee screening, HIPAA compliance, and adherence to regulatory policies.

• Collaborate with the Nursing Home Administrator and Director of Nursing through dotted-line reporting to support compliance goals.

• Perform additional compliance-related duties as assigned.

ABOUT US:
Buffalo Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 200-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the heart of Buffalo, NY. As part of the Centers Health Care network, we offer a supportive, team-driven environment emphasizing quality care, professional growth, and strong organizational values.