Job title: Peer Mentor
Company: State of North Carolina
Job description: Description of Work*** SIGN-ON BONUSES NOW BEING OFFERED ***A Sign-On Bonus of $2,000.00 (effective 08/02/22) for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.See "Eligibility for Sign-On Bonus" belowin the Supplemental and Contact Information section.Responsible for conducting the unit orientation, on-the-job precepting, providing one-on-one support, and the completion of unit-based non-nursing procedure Checklists for new HCT's. As a function of precepting new staff, the Peer Mentor/HCT II is responsible for providing direct observations resulting in the identification of needed remedial development and suppost as the new employee learns his/her job skills and successfully adjusts to the LNMTC work culture.The Peer Mentor/HCT II, assists the Unit Nurse Manager (UNM) and Floor-Shift Supervisors (FSS) in the overall smooth operation of the unit. This includes maintaining a safe, sanitary, and homelike environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The Peer Mentor/HCT II is also responsible for assisting the Unit Nurse Supervisor in scheduling HCT I resident case assignments, monitoring for completion of assignments/implementation of care plans and special instructions by the HCT I's, and reviewing/auditing HCT I documentation for completion each shift. The Peer Mentor/HCT II may be responsible for scheduling, setting up, and leading unit-based leisure activities for residents. When not actively involved in the precepting of a new staff person, the Peer Mentor/HCT II will maintain a reduced resident care assignment. The Peer Mentor/HCT II may also be responsible for assisting the Unit Nurse Manager in scheduling staff in accordance with minimum staff ratios, filing resource needs, and preventing staff shortage as defined by Nursing Policy. This position is considered mandatory, which means that employees are required to report to work during adverse weather and emergency conditions.Longleaf Neuro Medical Treatment Center (LNMTC) is a certified Medicare and Medicaid facility nursing home that provides a continuum of care to both adults with severe and persistent mental illness that also have long-term medical conditions requiring residential, medical and nursing care, and to adults with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or other related dementia. LNMTC facilitates high quality skilled and intermediate nursing care throughout four Nursing Unit Floors and an Alzheimer's Unit that operates 24 hours seven days a week, with 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts.See more of Longleaf and what our employees have to say about it!ABOUT NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and, in order to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.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 NC Flex 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. Visit website for State Benefits by clicking on this link:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesTo 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 applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to add and subtract, and follow oral and written instructions.
- Knowledge and skills in basic and resident care procedures.
- Current listing as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) by the state of North Carolina with the Division of Health Service Regulation with no substantiated findings of abuse, neglect or exploitation
OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Condition for Continued Employment As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. As applicable, listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. As applicable, North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.Supplemental and Contact InformationNorth Carolina State Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities are subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. The use of tobacco products of any kind, including vapor products, is 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 receive either a call to schedule an interview or an e-mail notifying you when the job has been filled.For technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact HR at (252) 206-2483ELIGIBILITY 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.
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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Location: Wilson County, NC
Job date: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 23:43:55 GMT
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