Nurse Consultant I - O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina seeks a Registered Nurse for a key role at the O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center. This nursing position emphasizes training, compliance with health standards, and development of educational programs. Ideal candidates should demonstrate a strong foundation in nursing practices and effective communication skills, with a focus on supporting new staff and enhancing training methodologies.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in NC.
• One year experience in the area of specialization.
• Ability to provide guidance and assistance in planning educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training and development activities for nursing staff.
• Assure compliance with health standards and regulations.
• Facilitate New Employee Orientation classes.

Skills

Professional nursing theory

Effective communication

Adult learning principles

Compliance assessment

Education

Licensed Registered Nurse in North Carolina

Job description

***SIGN-ON BONUSES NOW BEING OFFERED***

A Sign-on bonus of $10,000 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.
**See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.

Anticipated Vacancy - Positions 60049468 and 60049478

This position is a Registered Nurse who functions under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Nursing. This Position is responsible for participating in the training, planning, organizing directing, coordinating, and the evaluation of education and training programs for the facility staff in collaboration with the Staff Development team. Assists the Director of Nursing Services in assuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Acts, NF Standards, OSHA Regulations and mandated Department of Health and Human Services policies, through the development of educational materials, training curriculums and instructional sessions. This nurse oversees the peer mentor program at the facility. The Nurse Educator is cross trained in all nursing orientation programs and assists in the implementation of training programs for the facility. This position serves as a facilitator in the monthly New Employee Orientation classes and assumes other training and development activities. This position serves as a facility resource in the development of goals, standards of practice and quality assurance for health-related training and credentialing requirements. Role will train and support staff through Employee Health Record implementation. This nurse assists with the coordinating of external nursing programs affiliated with the facility and helps manages the educational and training programs for all nursing services and other service personnel within the center. This position serves as a liaison to universities and colleges to include Intellectual Disability in curriculum and the use of O’Berry as a training site and for recruitment. This nurse will participate in the orientation of new nurses on campus. The position also participates in campus audits with the Quality Assurance team and other team members.

***Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.***
This position is designated Mandatory and mustreport or stay over during adverse weather and emergency events

About the Department of Health and Human Services / O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center:
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians.

O’Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is a specialized skilled nursing facility focused on maintaining the quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive disorders, with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs, whose level of support extends beyond which can be provided by family, or in a community living setting.click herehttps://vimeo.com/243905744.

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Considerable knowledge of professional nursing theory, techniques, practice and procedures;

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of state and federal laws standards, certifying and accrediting bodies, guidelines, and regulations applicable to area of assignment.

• Ability to provide guidance and assistance in planning, scheduling, and providing educational programs for employees for all departments. Ability to provide support and assistance to peers/co-workers. Ability to effectively communicate to students in a manner to meet individual learning needs, including verbally or by demonstration and/or combination methods

• Working knowledge of adult learning principles and teaching techniques.

• Ability to effectively teach nursing staff through orientation and annual training programs.

• Thorough knowledge of agency/program philosophies, policies and procedures; formal training programs;

• Ability to apply judgment in assessing training needs and coordinating programs. Ability to develop course outlines and lesson plans and to communicate information to a wide range of persons/programs;

• Ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships and communication with internal management and outside facilities/agencies.

• Able to analyze and evaluate data for compliance with applicable standards.

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. Seeoshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and one year of experience in the area of specialization.

North Carolina State Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.

For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application.

**Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:
A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time employee who works 30 to 40 hours per week is eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week).
An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:
(1) the employee has held a position in 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);
(2) the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency;
(3) or DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.
This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be foundhere.