Licensed Practical Nurse; J Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

Licensed Practical Nurse (J Iverson Riddle Developmental Center)

Agency: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Division: J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

Job Classification

Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse (S)

Grade: MH07

Description of Work: The Licensed Practical Nurse provides routine practical nursing work in the care and treatment of residents, under supervision of a Registered Nurse or Nurse Supervisor. The LPN participates in nursing assessments, provides direct clinical services that include medication & treatment administration and basic health care. This LPN performs & documents nursing procedures & techniques as prescribed by the physician and outlined in the resident's Person Centered Plan.

The LPN carries out the nursing care plan as developed by the RN & may assist in evaluating the outcome of care. The LPN may also assist the RN with assessment of the residents according to the RN's instruction. The selected candidate must successfully complete the DHHS medication exam and have the ability to independently administer medications & treatments in a timely, accurate manner following the 6 rights.

Selected candidates must also successfully become certified in CPR & NCVIF.

Salary Range: $39,864.00 - $59,797.00

Sign-on Bonus: A sign-on bonus of $4,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the  Budget Approval.

• Knowledge of nursing principles & techniques for specific area of practice
• Hospital experience or long-term care experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to successfully perform all functions applicable to nursing on the ADA checklist for all nursing positions at JIRDC.

Shift

Hours:

1st shift (7:00 am - 3:30 pm), Monday - Friday and every other weekend

About the J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center: The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities.

Located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte and the City of Asheville, our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.

Supplemental Contact Information: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who 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. For more information about DHHS: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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.

DHHS 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.

EEO Statement: The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Minimum

Education And Experience:

Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina.

Application Process: Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Contact Information: If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talent acquisition.gov.

Recruiter: Lauren Beck (LAUREN.BECK.GOV)