Nurse Consultant II

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

NCFlex program

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a Nurse Consultant II (NS) in the Division of Child and Family Well-Being to serve as the primary resource for local health departments, hospitals, and schools in assessing student health needs and delivering nursing services.

Responsibilities include program assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation, with emphasis on collaboration, data-driven growth, and training resources for school health initiatives

Qualifications

• Skilled in effective communication, both oral and written, demonstrated through writing samples and presentations.
• Working knowledge of population-based health and public health principles.
• Understanding of local, state and federal laws governing NC school health, via experience as a school/public health nurse.
• Skilled in data collection and use for program growth and evaluation.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel in daily work activities.

Responsibilities

• Program assessment, planning and development.
• Program implementation, monitoring and quality assurance.
• Clinical and program consultation.
• Coordination and collaboration.
• Training and resources development.

Skills

Effective communication

Public health knowledge

Nursing licensure requirements (NC RN)

Data collection and evaluation

MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse licensure (North Carolina)

Job description

Agency: Department of Health and Human Services

Division: Child and Family Well Being

Job Classification Title: Nurse Consultant II (NS)

Position Number: 60041079

Grade: MH17

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 Regional School Health Nurse Consultant serves as the primary resource person for local health departments, hospitals, and school systems (public, private, charter and specialty schools) in the region for the assessment of student health needs and for the development, implementation, and evaluation of school nursing services and other health services related activities to meet these needs. School nursing/health services are directed toward all students including those with chronic illness and disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Program assessment, planning and development.
• Program implementation, monitoring and quality assurance.
• Clinical and program consultation.
• Coordination and collaboration.
• Training and resources development.

To accomplish its purpose, the position serves as part of the School, Adolescent and Child Health Unit and the Whole Child Health Section of Division of Child and Family Well-Being (DCFW).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Salary Grade Range $64,211 - $105,949

Recruitment Range $66,696-89,326

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Skilled in effective communication, both oral and written, demonstrated through writing samples and previous oral presentations.
• Working knowledge of population-based health and public health principles acquired through documented education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of local, state and federal laws, policies and standards, including NC Board of Nursing requirements that govern NC school health, acquired through experience as a school nurse or public health nurse.
• Skilled in collection and use of data as a basis for program growth and evaluation, demonstrated through previous experience with data based reporting or similar experience.
• Experience with technology and ability to effectively use common computer-based applications including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel in daily work activities.

Posting Closes

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date

Position is funded in part through federal funds

Physical Requirements

Unencumbered driver's license for travel within region, to training events, and to Raleigh for 40% of position time.

Division

The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families, schools and communities. The division includes complementary programs that primarily serve children and youth to improve their health and well-being.

Compensation & Benefits

• Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
• Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
• In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: .

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.

In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

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. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.

Degree/College Credit Verification. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.) indicated below.

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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 Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and two years of clinical experience in the area of specialization.

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.