Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics
State of North Carolina
Oxford, NC

Registered Nurse/Statewide Programs/Children's Assessment Clinic - Murdoch Dev Center

* This is a repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply to be considered for position.* * 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.   A Unique Nursing Career Opportunity! Murdoch nurses work as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team with physicians, psychologists, pharmacists, psychiatrists, and social workers to name just a few. Nurses gain professional fulfillment through the provision of evidence-based nursing practice with a person-centered approach. Murdoch is currently recruiting a Professional Nurse for Statewide Programs Children's Assessment Clinic. This position is located in Summerset Cottage.   The Children's Needs Assessment Clinic is a program at the Center and requires an RN to assist in the overall assessment process, coordination and running of the Clinic appointment, to include associated documentation requirements.  This RN will work closely with the Assessment Clinic Coordinator to fulfill these duties as their primary responsibility and will be assigned to assist in a residential professional nurse role as time allows and/or in emergent situations.     This RN will have the primary responsibility of assisting in the overall assessment process for children accepted into Murdoch's Needs Assessment Clinic.  Components of the comprehensive assessment will include extensive review of records and preparation of a Nurse Summary with findings to include: general health and behavioral history, previous treatments/medication history, treatment response over time, and factors contributing to or inhibiting previous recovery efforts.  Summary will include documented diagnoses and description of presenting problems and symptoms and current physical health conditions and functional limitations relative to the child's needs to obtain/maintain optimal functioning in the community.  This RN will make recommendations regarding the need for allied health clinicians to be involved in the clinical assessment based on record review, for example: OT/PT, Speech, Dietary, etc.  The RN will work closely with the CCA Coordinator, Psychiatrist, Pharmacist, and MD to prepare for and participate in the actual clinic appointment to include: setting up and assisting MD with physical exam and providing associated health information (immunization records, vital signs, weight, etc.), and will participate in other aspects of the clinical assessment and review meetings as requested or indicated. The RN will prepare a final report to include their findings and recommendations to be considered in the comprehensive report for the MCO/LME and family.         Based on time demands of the Needs Assessment Clinic, this RN will provide direct clinical assistance as a residential professional nurse, to an assigned residential area at the Center.   This RN provides evaluation, assessment, and assures coordination and implementation of care delivery.  This RN acts as charge nurse when assigned, provides clinical services and consultation including medication and treatment administration, MD/Professional contacts, & care planning for health needs. This RN will maintain all necessary credentialing, skills and abilities to function in the clinical professional nurse role.  Provides advanced clinical services and consultation as necessary/assigned including medication/treatment administration, physician/professional contacts, identification and care planning for health needs, and emergency care for medical and behavioral emergencies.  Professional supervision is provided by the RN for LPNs and unlicensed staff as indicated.   Scheduled work hours/shift:   8am-5pm 5 days/week with flexibility to work 6:30 am-3:00 pm; and occasional rotating 12-hour shift weekends 6:30a-7p; schedule adjustments as needed/required.   This is a full time position and eligible for the full state benefits package including Health Insurance, paid sick/vacation/holidays,retorement, etc.     We offer flexible shifts and pay additions for hours worked: Shift  Work Schedule  Shift Premium  1st  6:30am-3pm  10% Weekend Only  2nd  2:30pm-11pm  15% Weekday & 25% Weekend 3rd  10:45pm-6:45am  20% Weekday & 30% Weekend  About Murdoch Developmental Center:   Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area.  Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD).  Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities. To be considered for employment, applicants must be in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.   To learn more about Murdoch Developmental Center, click the link to watch the video below:  https://vimeo.com/268881255    ALL employees of Murdoch Center are designated as ESSENTIAL for adverse weather and emergency events.  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: Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina or in a participating Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. See the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON) website for a list of participating states http://www.ncbon.com/dcp/i/licensurelisting-nurse-licensure-compact-general-information Successful candidate must be able to pass Healthcare Provider CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) written and physical requirements as a condition of employment. Successful candidate must have a valid Driver License. Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina. 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. 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 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 919-575-1015. 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 found here.