Registered Nurse

North Carolina; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking qualified candidates for a Registered Nurse position at the Caswell Developmental Center in Lenoir. This full-time role involves providing comprehensive nursing care and developing treatment plans in accordance with medical protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in nursing principles and have excellent interpersonal communication skills. A sign-on bonus of $10,000 is offered for this position.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus of $10,000

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and verbal form.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations governing nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care and treatment following medical protocols.
• Develop and evaluate treatment plans based on patient diagnoses.
• Serve as a Charge Nurse, overseeing daily nursing activities.

Skills

Knowledge of professional principles and practices of nursing

Ability to independently plan patient care plans

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to lead a team

Ability to respond to emergency situations

Education

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina

Job description

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Salary: $56,906.00 - $85,360.00 Annually

Location : Lenoir County, NC

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Job Number: 24-01217

Department: Dept of Health and Human Services

Division: Caswell Developmental Center

Opening Date: 01/23/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Class Title: Registered Nurse

Position Number: 60053745

Salary Grade: MH15

Description Of Work

• 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. Per G.S. 126-5(cl) (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 must report or stay over during adverse weather events."
• Recruiting for multiple positions.Full time and Part tme**
  
  

As of January 1, the new salary range will be $58,898.00 - $88,348.00

Job Duties

The Registered Nurse position will provide the performance of professional nursing care and treatment in accordance with medical protocols. Will develop nursing care plans based on diagnosis and pertinent medical information. Will meet patient and family needs such as conducting nursing assessments; developing, implementing and evaluating treatment plans and providing patient care and education. Works independently to carry out nursing care processes and sets up an environment to assist patients in obtaining maximum level of functioning or recovery. Job duties include the following:

• Serves as a "Charge Nurse", overseeing the daily nursing care activities on an assigned shift or in a preceptor role.
• Coordinates all licensed and non-licensed staff duties.
• Administers medications and treatments as directed by a Physician.
• Maintains appropriate treatment and documentation.
  
  

Work Location: Medical/NursingWork Hours: Varies

About the Department of Health and Human Services / Caswell Developmental 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.

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please click on the following link to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

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 clearly possess all of the following:

• Knowledge of professional principles, practices and theory of nursing and its application.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations governing the provision of nursing care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of medications and the physiological effects.
• Ability to independently plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
• Ability to lead a team.
• Ability to delegation and make assignments.
• Ability to communicate in a concise and descriptive manner, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to appropriately respond to emergency situations.
  
  

Management Preferences:

• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain organization while delivering quality nursing services.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to stoop, bend, walk, run short distances and climb stairs without limitations of a permanent nature.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

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.

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Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 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.

The DHHS Division of Human Resources (DHR) follows the State Human Resources Employment of Relatives Policy. Applicants who have relatives or people living in the same household, will not be considered for job vacancies in the DHR at those locations. For a complete definition of immediate family member, please see the State Human Resources Workforce Planning, Recruitment and Selection Policy, Section 2, Page 38.

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 applications, 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. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at [phone].

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:

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); the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency;

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 found

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive 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. Visit website for

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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Have you ever been disciplined by the Board of Nursing or are you currently under investigation? (Yes does not mean you cannot be hired. The offense and Board of Nursing recommendations will be evaluated in relation to the position for which you are applying)

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you answered "yes" that you have been disciplined or are under investigation, please explain the nature of the violation.

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Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?

• Company or OSHR Website
• Employee Referral
• Conference / Career Fair
• Email campaign
• Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• NC Nursing Board email
• Google
• Other General Job Boards
• Other Search Engines
• Other Social Media
• Internet Advertisement
• TV / Radio
  
  

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Please give additional detail where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity. (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2018, Facebook, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.).

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