Nurse Consultant I​/Nurse Recruiter - Caswell Developmental Center

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Caswell Developmental Center Job Classification Title Nurse Consultant I (NS) Position Number  Grade MH16

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.

The primary purpose of this position is to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants at Caswell Developmental Center.

This position is responsible for coordinating, developing, and implementing an effective recruitment program, which includes contractual staff. In addition, this position is responsible for maintaining databases pertinent to this role as well as statistical reporting relating to nursing staff.

Salary Range: $62,044.00 - $

* A Sign-on bonus of $10,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the  Budget Approval. This is a repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply to be considered for this vacancy. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required.

• Requires general knowledge of local, state, and federal healthcare regulations, accrediting standards, and state government HR interview policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking by making sound judgments based on facts, while remaining open-minded, organized, systematic, and inquisitive.
• Shows leadership by guiding employees with professionalism and care, advising on performance and conduct, and aligning teams with both short-term goals and long-term objectives for Nursing Services.
• Communicates effectively through public speaking and builds collaborative relationships with management, healthcare staff, patients, families, and external partners.
• Applies foundational nursing knowledge, supports staff development and competency assessment, addresses quality improvement needs, analyzes data, and collaborates on training and education initiatives.

This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126)

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Work Hours:

8 AM - 5 PM, (Flexibility is required based on the overall needs of the facility)

Location:

Central Hospital

To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate. An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:

• 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. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service.

If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

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. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks.

To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care…