Salary: $31,200.00 - $43,112.00 AnnuallyLocation : Wilson County, NCJob Type: Permanent Full-TimeJob Number: 24-11066 LNMTC 60036845Department: Dept of Health and Human ServicesDivision: Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment CenterOpening Date: 08/29/2024Closing Date: ContinuousJob Class Title: Health Care Technician IPosition Number: 60036845Section: DHHS/Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment CenterWork Location: Wilson CountySalary Grade: MH01Description 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 below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, the Health Care Technician provides close monitoring to assigned residents, assures the safety of residents, and ensures document care is rendered completely and accurately. 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. The usual work schedule includes alternating holidays. Flexibility is required for training and education purposes and to meet the needs of the facility. Shift preferences will be discussed in the interview and will depend on staffing needs. In addition to our standard work schedules listed below, alternative schedules may be available.Shift Premium Pay for 8 Hour Shifts:Saturday and Sunday Day Shift: 5%Saturday and Sunday Evening Shift: 15%Monday - Friday Evening: 10%;Friday, Saturday, Sunday Night Shift: 15%Monday - Thursday Night Shift: 10% THIS POSITION IS DESIGNATED MANDATORY AND MUST REPORT OR STAY OVER DURING ADVERSE WEATHER EVENTS OR OTHER EMERGENCIES. 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 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. Visit website for State Benefits by clicking on this link: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies To receive credit for all your work experience 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.
- Basic knowledge of a variety of psychiatric, intellectual disabilities, medical and/or other related conditions.
- Basic knowledge of teaching strategies and positive behavior support for people with severe cognitive deficits.
- Basic knowledge of nurse aide skills.
- General knowledge of dietetics, sanitation and personal hygiene.
- General knowledge of nursing methods and techniques in caring for medical, surgical and mentally ill patients.
- Ability to follow the treatment plans and/or clinical orders.
- Ability to provide personal care and treatments for patients.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, staff and others.
- Ability to maintain professional and even tempered demeanor and work relationships.
- Ability to learn behavior management and supportive counseling techniques.
- Ability to communicate observations and recommendations effectively in written and verbal form.
Please refer to the link below for additional information Minimum Education and Experience Requirements High school or General Educational Development diplomaORAn 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 Information North 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-###-####. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact HR at (252) ###-#### ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUSQualified 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 . NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: 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.