Licensed Practical Nurse

• SIGN-ON BONUSES NOW BEING OFFERED*

A Sign-on bonus of $4,000 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.

See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.

"As of June 1, 2023, the new salary range will be $38,516 - $57,775"

"This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events."

• Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.*

The Licensed Practical Nurse assists the Registered Nurse and Medical Team in meeting each individual resident's practicable level of independence and function through medical and psychosocial intervention, administering medication and evaluating the patient's response to care.  The position will take part in the interdisciplinary team process and provide guidance to Health Care Technicians (Nurse Aide I's) during day to day activities of daily living. Position will provide quality nursing services in the care and treatment of residents, under nursing supervision.  Employees participate in nursing assessments, medication administration, assist with the personal care of residents, take routine vital signs, monitor intake and output, collect specimens, change dressings, deliver routine respiratory therapy and other treatments, catheter and colostomy care, stock and order supplies, admit and discharge residents, assist the Physicians as needed, complete required monthly reports, attend core/care planning meetings, in-service staff as needed, communicate with other disciplines on campus and the community as it relates to health care needs, and may delegate specific nursing care tasks to other LPNs and CNAs (as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing). The LPN works with the RN in planning, implementing, and evaluating resident care.  The LPN assists the residents in obtaining an optimal level of independence. They assist in maintaining the work/clinical area, paying special attention to safety and infection control standards.  

8 Hour Shifts (Shift Premiums):

Day

• Sat/Sun 10%

Evening

• Mon-Fri 20%    Sat/Sun  30%

Night

• Mon-Thurs  20%   Fri/Sat/Sun  30%

12 Hour Shifts:

7am-7:30pm (no premiums)

7:00pm-7:30am (eligible for evening shift premium rates)

• Essential job functions available upon request
• CPR and CPI required upon employment and must be recertified annually

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 "O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is a specialized skilled nursing facility focused on maintaining the quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive disorders, with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs, whose level of support extends beyond which can be provided by family, or in a community living setting."   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:

• Working knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, theory and practices.

• Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, basic health and safety practices.

• Working knowledge of proper dosage, effects & contraindications of medications.

• Skill in routine medical procedures (i.e. basic wound care including cleaning and bandaging injured areas, taking vital signs, such as blood pressure temperature, and weight, collect specimens, etc.)

• Skill in preparing and administering medications.

• Demonstrated ability to provide direct nursing care within scope of practice.

• Demonstrated ability to observe and evaluate patient's condition.

• Demonstrated ability to respond to potentially life threatening situations in a calm and orderly manner.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience". If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both.  See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

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

OR

Graduate Temporary Permit

North Carolina State Government 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.

Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

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.