Licensed Practical Nurse - Walter B. Jones Center

Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Health & Human Services in North Carolina seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care and support the Registered Nurse in delivering comprehensive treatment at the Walter B. Jones Center in Greenville, NC.

Responsibilities include medication administration, patient monitoring, and care documentation. The role features a 12-hour shift rotation, mandatory on-call during adverse weather, and a competitive salary with a potential sign-on bonus, reflecting commitment to

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in North Carolina.
• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Medication administration and patient monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist RN in delivery of patient care.
• Administer medications and monitor patient's mental and physical status.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided to patients.
• Assist in developing nursing care plans based on diagnosis and patient needs.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

Nursing documentation

Education

LPN license (North Carolina)

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division W B Jones Alcohol , Drug Abuse Trt Ctr Job Classification Title Licensed Practical Nurse (S) Position Number 60036476 Grade MH07

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide direct patient care and assist the Registered Nurse in the delivery of patient care as outlined by institutional rules and professional nursing practices. The position responsibilities include medication administration, monitoring the patient's mental and physical status. and maintains accurate documentation of care provided to patients. The LPN will assist in the development of nursing care plans based on diagnosis, medical information, and patient needs. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. 12- Hour Shift: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM 36/48 Rotation. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $41,407.00- $62,111.00 *A Sign-on bonus of $4,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.

Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate. An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if: The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date) The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees. All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

About the Facility

The Walter B. Jones Center operates two adult inpatient treatment programs on site in Greenville, NC: (1) Woodside Treatment Center and (2) Lakeside Psychiatric Hospital. The primary purpose and mission of the Walter B. Jones Center is "To provide inpatient treatment, psychiatric stabilization and medical detoxification for individuals with mental health, substance use and other co-occurring psychiatric diagnoses for ongoing community based treatment and recovery". The Center is accredited by the Joint Commission and /. Two specialty programs are offered to all 100 NC Counties: (1) Inpatient Treatment for adults and (2) Inpatient Services for women in their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd trimesters with substance use disorders.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter

Tiara Jasmine Renae Woods Contact: DHHS Workday Support Form North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.