HIRING EVENT-HEALTHCARE/NURSING-RN, LPN, HCT I/II – Central Region

Description of Work

HIRING EVENT! SAME DAY INTERVIEWS AND OFFERS!!

Are you looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference? Consider a career with The Department of Adult Correction! We have immediate openings throughout the state and welcome your application and presence at our November 13 recruiting event.

These exciting in-person opportunities will be held:

November 13th: NC Works Career Center – 1830 Tillery Place #B, Raleigh, NC – 10 am – 3 pm

We encourage you to apply today! We will contact all qualified applicants with interview options.

EVENT INFORMATION:

We’re looking to fill the following positions at the hiring event:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) NOW OFFERING A SIGN ON BONUS OF $4,000!
• Health Care Technician I NOW OFFERING SIGN-ON BONUS OF $1,500
• Health Care Technician II NOW OFFERING SIGN-ON BONUS OF $2,000!
• Registered Nurse (RN) NOW OFFERING A SIGN ON BONUS OF $10,000!

Licensed Practical Nurse position provides routine licensed practical nursing work in the care and treatment of patients, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, within a state correctional facility. Responsible for providing direct nursing care to patients, within the scope of practice to include, but not limited to, the following duties:

• Screening.
• Observing and assessing patients.
• Providing basic wound care and personal care to patients.
• Delivering routine respiratory therapy and other treatments, catheter and colostomy care, collecting vital signs and specimens.
• Preparing and administering medications Administering/interpreting TB skin tests.
• Observing and recording pertinent patient information Responding to emergencies.
• Assisting the Registered Nurse and Physician as required.

Health Care Technician I position general responsibilities include the following, depending upon specific position details: 

• Assist RNs, LPNs and HCTIIs in providing care, treatment and services within their scope of practice, such as obtaining vital signs, weight, height, preparing the patient for examination, etc. as trained and within the scope of practice.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, clothing, toileting, turning and repositioning, ambulation.
• Transport patients safely using appropriate means.
• Observing patients and reporting observations to the nurse.
• The NAI will collect label specimens such as blood, urine, feces and sputum as trained within scope of practice.
• Changing linens and making beds.
• Keeping patient rooms clean and orderly.
• Engage in therapeutic activities with patients such as group therapies and recreational activities in mental health.

Health Care Technician II position general responsibilities include the following, depending upon specific position details:

• Assist RNs and LPNs in providing care, treatment and services within their scope of practice, such as obtaining vital signs, weight, height, preparing the patient for examination, etc. as trained and within the scope of practice.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, clothing, toileting, turning and repositioning, ambulation.
• Transport patients safely using appropriate means.
• Observing patients and reporting observations to the nurse.
• The NAII will collect lab specimens such as blood, urine, feces and sputum as trained within scope of practice. Changing linens and making beds.
• Keeping patient rooms clean and orderly.
• Engage in therapeutic activities with patients such as group therapies and recreational activities in mental health.
• All aspects of medication administration to include transcribing orders, ordering and storing medications and supplies, administering medication and treatments, documentation of medication administration and treatment, observing and reporting medication effectiveness, side effects and reinforcing patient education provided by the nurse and/or physician.

Registered Nurse position provides:

• Professional nursing care/treatment to patients in accordance with medical protocols, written policies and procedures, and the NC Board of Nursing scope of practice.
• Work includes conducting sick call/assessment, assisting the physician, carrying out orders, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care.
• Position responds to medical emergencies, monitors for communicable diseases, counsels for compliance with diet, medications and treatment; responds to inquiries, medical appointments, orders medications and supplies, and additional nursing care duties, as required.
• Position requires oversight of LPN and CNA I/II staff, as designated by management.

Possible work locations (by county):

Anson, Caswell, Franklin, Granville, Mecklenburg, Nash, Orange, Randolph, Wake, Warren

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for these positions. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for these positions, applicants must document on the application that they possess the following:

RN

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing principles and techniques to include physical assessments, clinical judgments, treatment planning and evaluation.

LPN

• Demonstrated knowledge of professional nursing and skills attendant to its practice.

HCT I

• Demonstrated general knowledge of nursing methods and techniques in caring for medical, surgical and/or mentally ill patients.

HCT II

• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing care skills appropriate to its practice.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN):

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina. If possess a single state RN license from a state other than NC, must apply and receive at a minimum a “temporary license” to practice in NC prior to hire date.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

Must be licensed to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in North Carolina or in a participating Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. If possess a single state LPN license from a state other than NC, must apply and receive at a minimum a “temporary license” to practice in NC prior to hire date.

Health Care Technician I:

High School or General Educational Development diploma (GED) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Condition for Continued Employment:

Listing as a Nurse Aide I by the NC Division of Health Service Regulation or certification as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Emergency Medical Technician – Basic, or Phlebotomy certification or coursework or completion of an equivalent credential or program.

Health Care Technician II:

High School or General Educational Development diploma and one (1) year of related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Condition for Continued Employment:

Listing as a Nurse Aide II by the NC Division of Health Service Regulation or certification as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or completion of an equivalent credential or program. NOTE: If you are an EMT, please attach an unofficial transcript to show completion of these courses.

Supplemental and Contact Information

COME JOIN US TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!

Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry. 

The Division of Comprehensive Health Services is dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate, and constitutionally-consistent medical care to all offenders in custody. Their goal is to ensure that all offenders receive full-spectrum medical care from the time of entry until their release.

The team of physicians, nurses, behavioral health services, dental services, psychiatric services, pharmacy services, and licensed healthcare administration services work together to provide emergent, acute, routine, and chronic health care, as well as preventive medicine at all prison facilities. They also coordinate with specialists and other clinical consultants outside of prisons throughout the state to ensure comprehensive health and well-being towards a safe transition from prison, improving public health, and decreasing recidivism.

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) 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.

DAC 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.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to the education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. 

• 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 a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice – Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.
• The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader).

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 and click “Application Status.” If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Kelly Killough @ kelly.killough@dac.nc.gov

or 984-389-7838.

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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