Registered Nurse - O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is recruiting Registered Nurses to deliver specialized care to developmentally and intellectually disabled individuals, ensuring their health and well-being. With competitive salaries and strong support structures in place, successful candidates can expect to work within a collaborative environment while receiving a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with knowledge of laws and regulations in nursing.
• Ability to guide and counsel nursing staff.
• Capacity to educate patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized nursing and medical treatment.
• Administer medication and coordinate care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team processes.

Skills

Knowledge of professional principles of nursing

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to respond to emergency situations

Education

Licensed to practice as a 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.

Registered Nurse position will perform specialized nursing and medical treatment and deliver care to developmentally and intellectually disabled individuals, many who are also medically fragile. This position carries out nursing care plans based on the diagnoses and pertinent medical information and individual needs. The Registered nurse will independently carry out the nursing care process and will set up an environment to assist individuals in obtaining maximum level of functioning and/or recovery. They will administer medication, participate in interdisciplinary team process, assist in coordinating care for the individuals and work closely with the medical doctors, psychologist, social worker, recreational therapist, dietician and other professionals to assist the individual in meeting their maximum potential for independence and function while providing the best quality of life possible.

Recruiting for multiple positions. Full time and Part time
This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.
Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.

Shift Premiums for 8-Hour Shifts:
Day Saturday and Sunday 10%
Evening Monday-Friday 20%, Saturday and Sunday 30%
Night Friday-Sunday 30%, Monday-Thursday 20%

Shift Premiums for12-Hour Shifts:
7:00am-7:30pm (no premiums)
7:00pm-7:30am Monday-Friday 20%, Saturday and Sunday 30%

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:

• 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 medications and the physiological effect of those medications.
• Ability to guide and counsel subordinate staff and provide feedback and advice/counsel to nursing staff on care rendered to patients.
• Ability to provide patient and family education on disease processes, treatment and self-care.
• Ability to demonstrate patience in dealing with patients, clients, and families.
• Ability to communicate information to patients, families and staff in a concise and descriptive manner, verbally, in writing or by demonstration.
• 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:

• Ability to pass and maintain CPR certification, CPI and able to lift minimum of 50 pounds.

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

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 at855-524-5627. 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.