Temporary Nurse

Guilford County; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare)

Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits

Employee Wellness Center (24/7)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation

401(k) retirement plan contributions

Life and AD&D benefit

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Guilford County Government is seeking temporary nurses to assist with multiple clinics in Greensboro, NC. The role involves taking vitals, collecting health histories, administering vaccines and treatments, and coordinating referrals.

Some Saturdays may be required for outreach events, with a 20-hour weekly schedule and fixed shifts. Eligible candidates include RNs with a North Carolina license or LPNs with NC licensure and nursing experience.

Qualifications

• RN/ LPN with North Carolina license and relevant nursing experience.
• Ability to obtain vitals and health histories
• Experience with immunizations and patient education

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals and health histories for clinic clients.
• Administer vaccines and treatments as required.
• Make follow-up calls to clients; assist with prior authorizations and referrals.
• May work Saturdays for outreach events.
• Maintain patient records and ensure quality of care.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

North Carolina RN license

Job description

GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Quality Government

Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Guilford County Health and Human Services is accepting applications for temporary nurses to assist with all clinics. This position will be responsible for obtaining vitals, health histories, administering vaccines and treatments, making follow-up calls to clients, and assisting with prior authorizations and referrals to specialty care. This position may also work on Saturdays for outreach events.

Hours worked will be 20 hours per week with a fixed schedule.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Registered Nurse Requirements

Graduation from a four year college or university with a B.S. Degree in Nursing which includes a public health nursing rotation or; Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and one year of professional nursing experience. Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

LPN Requirements

Possession of a current North Carolina license to practice as a Practical Nurse and two years of professional nursing experience.

Flat Rate: $36.00 per hour

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION

Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the North Carolina Board of Nursing or another Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact State (eNLC) and such other qualifications which may be prescribed by the State Department of Public Health.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands and Work Condition

Sits, walks and stands during a workday. Must be able to physically perform the basic life support functions of walking, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to lift patients (children) and objects up to 30 pounds as required for some positions. Must have the visual acuity to record observations and physical assessments of clients, to read and interpret test results, administer immunizations/prescription dosages, and record medical findings. Nurse may occasionally be in contact with difficult patients. Nurses may be exposed to infection from disease-bearing patients, and specimens. Employees will have periodic exposure to hazards in the field (driving, rural or inner-city settings, inclement weather, clients). Work conditions may be mildly disagreeable if working in poor home environments or with difficult patients.

May Require Driving

This position may require driving for this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business such as but not limited to attending conferences, meetings, or any other county related functions. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria.

If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.

Special Note

This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with a physical abilities checklist which can give further details about that one specific position. These documents should be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal defensible personnel decisions.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee! You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

• Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. That's less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; that's unheard of.
• Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.
• Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!
• Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.
• 13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. That's 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.
• Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.
• Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.
• Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.
• We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.