Nurse Consultant I / Education Consultant

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Health Service Regulation

Job Classification Title

Nurse Consultant I (NS)

Position Number

60054136

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.

Description of Work

As a Nurse Consultant in the Health Care Personnel Education and Credentialing Section, the main responsibility is to conduct on-site reviews of all nurse aide training and competency evaluation programs, determine program irregularities, and recommend sanctions as appropriate to achieve federal and/or state compliance. Other responsibilities include recommending state-approval or disapproval of nurse aide training programs, developing, revising and reviewing competency-based nurse aide curricula and test items, evaluating appropriateness of educational and instructional materials pertaining to or used by nurse aide training and competency evaluation programs, and facilitating training and program activities via meetings and workshops.
This position will act in a consultative capacity with responsibility for recommending program improvement, providing both on-site and off-site assistance to nursing educators and others, and investigating complaints about state-approved nurse aide training and competency evaluation programs. Position also has primary responsibility for ensuring that federal enforcement regulations and state regulations and guidelines are being followed by those entities that offer nurse aide training and competency evaluation.

This position will be located in the Western Region and may work in the Raleigh office every quarter or as needed. This position will be required to travel throughout the following counties Cherokee, Haywood, Macon, Henderson, McDowell, Mitchell, Burke, Caldwell, Wilkes, Ashe, Yadkin, Forsyth, Guilford, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry and surrounding counties (may be subject to change), including some overnight stays. Use of personal vehicle may be required and compensated at the NC Office of State Budget and Management's established mileage rates.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $62,044 - $102,371

Recruitment Range: $62,044 - $72,730

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/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred.

• Significant coursework or experience in curriculum design and development and test item writing.
• Experience in nursing and teaching or staff development, preferably with one year in long-term care..
• Broad base knowledge of the operational aspect of nursing facilities, hospitals, home care agencies, hospices, nursing pools, and adult care homes. Understanding of health care delivery systems, health care issues of the elderly and chronically ill, and particularly issues surrounding nurse aide practice.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate nursing, medical, and educational techniques to school instructors/administrators and health care providers, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to gather, observe, and analyze program data, including test results and complaints, and use make recommendations to assist programs in improving performance and an ability to organize and work independently and have intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Windows and MS Office products, the ability to master new technology and complete work electronically.

This position is funded in part through federal funds. 

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

The Division of Health Service Regulation oversees medical, mental health and adult care facilities, emergency medical services, and local jails. We check to see that people receiving care in these facilities are safe and receive appropriate care. We make certain that medical buildings are built only when there is a need for them.

Compensation & Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.  Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).  Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.  In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.  

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that 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://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

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.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

               

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

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
• 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.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. 

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. 
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

CONTACT INFORMATION: 

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Minimum Education and Experience

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

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

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.

Recruiter:

Lisa M Sasser

Email:

talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov