Nurse Consultant ; Nrs Educator - Cherry Hospital

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Dept of Health and Human Services

Cherry Hospital

Nurse Consultant I (S)

MH16

This position is responsible for the development, coordination, and teaching of the Nursing Departmental orientation program and for performing unit-based orientation. It serves as the Nurse Educator/Preceptor for all new RN’s and LPNs and performs competency check‑offs for Professional Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Health Care Technicians. The position also serves as a resource for increasing performance in staff requiring assistance in reaching their potential within their job role.

Work schedule is primarily 8:00 am to 5:00 pm when assigned to Educator/Preceptor duties. Works rotating shifts, weekends and holidays as needed to provide training and complete Educator/Preceptor duties.

• Analytical and problem‑solving are essential
• Knowledge and skill in group theory/dynamics, nursing process and practice
• Working knowledge of adult learning principles, teaching techniques, and public speaking
• Ability to effectively teach nursing staff and other employees as appropriate through orientation and on‑the‑go job training

Salary Range: $62,044 – $102,371

Recruitment Range: $80,000 – $95,224

A sign‑on bonus of $10,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025‑2026 Budget Approval.

Eligibility for Sign‑On Bonus:

• The employee has held a position in the 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)
• The employee has previously received a sign‑on bonus from any State agency
• DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign‑On Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire.

Cherry Hospital is a State‑of‑the‑Art Psychiatric hospital located in Goldsboro, North Carolina. It serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. We strive to create a healing environment in which every team member has opportunity to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.

Learn more about our facility at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities, employment stability and rewarding professional opportunities.

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and one year of experience as a Registered Nurse.

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.

Angela Darden Gurley

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