***SIGN-ON BONUS NOW BEING OFFERED***
A Sign-on bonus of $10,000 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.
See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.
Cherry Hospital is recruiting for a Nurse Educator position responsible for the development, coordination, and teaching of the Nursing Departmental orientation program and for performing unit-based orientation. This position serves as the Nurse Educator/Preceptor for all new RNs and LPNs. The position also performs competency check-offs for Professional Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Health Care Technicians. The position 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.
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.
This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.
Cherry Hospital
A Place of Hope, Care, and Recovery
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. DHHS manages the delivery of health- and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens – children, elderly, disabled, and low-income families.
Cherry Hospital (CH) is a State-of-the-Art psychiatric hospital located in a beautiful rural area of Goldsboro, NC. Although rural, Cherry Hospital is convenient to the Triangle Area (Raleigh/Durham) and the coastal region of the state. It is about an hour's drive to the heart of Raleigh or the beautiful coastal town of New Bern.
Mission Statement
To provide excellent psychiatric care to individuals with
the greatest need and the least resources.
Cherry Hospital serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. In earnest efforts to follow our mission, we strive to create a healing environment in which every team member has the opportunity to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. Learn more about our facility at: Cherry Hospital.
In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities, employment stability, and rewarding professional opportunities.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills with individuals and groups.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
- Knowledge and skill in group theory/dynamics, nursing process, and practice.
Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina and one year of experience in the area of specialization.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 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. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-947-7478.
**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:
- 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);
- the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency;
- 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 at Sign-on Policy.
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