Clinic - Registered Nurse - Tiered Sign-On Bonus Up To $5,000

What You'll Be Doing

The Wake County Health and Human Services - Northern Regional Center serves targeted and categorical populations in Child Health, Immunizations, Women’s Health, Acute Care - Adults and Children. The services are offered to the insured, uninsured, underinsured and Medicaid-covered individuals. Patients are provided fee adjustments on a sliding-fee scale based on family size and income. Laboratory and Pharmacy are considered support services for both the Health Clinics and Public Health Divisions. We are currently seeking a passionate Clinic Registered Nurse to join our Northern Regional Center team. The Clinic Registered Nurse has the opportunity to work as part of a team in this fast-paced primary care clinical setting and directly help with preventive health for children and adults in the community.

The successful candidate will be skilled in working with a diverse population of patients, and enjoy providing excellent services in a busy clinic setting.

Essential Functions Include

Administer immunizations, assist with procedures and provide initial and follow-up activities on labs, tests and referrals

Provide assistance to Physicians and Physician Extenders and assist with obtaining measurements, vital signs and vision / hearing screenings as needed

Complete forms, enter and / or obtain information from state databases and local hospital

Provide triage phone calls and give advice to patients on a variety of issues

May be cross trained to work in other Clinic areas

Other duties may be assigned

About Our Team

At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.

Required

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing

No specific experience required

Eligibility for licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse as issued by the North Carolina Board of Nursing

Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

Spanish language skills

Pediatric experience

Women's Health / Pre-natal

Immunization experience

Primary Care experience

How Will We Know You're 'The One'? About This Position

Excellent verbal and written communication

Excellent customer service to a diverse population

Ability to demonstrate logical judgment in problem solving and decision making

Demonstrates taking initiative

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

based on standard protocols, provider orders and nursing judgment

Ability to carry out provider orders timely and efficiently

Ability to give advice and receive instructions

Demonstrates the ability to perform work with attention to details

Location : Northrn Regional Center Wake Forest, NC 27587

Employment Type : Regular

Work Schedule : Mon-Fri 8 : 15 am - 5 : 15 pm

Hiring Range : 29.55 - 39.90 Commensurate with Experience

Market Range : 29.55 - 50.24

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date : This requisition is open until filled and may close at any time

What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include : criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and / or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.