AgencyDept of Health and Human Services
DivisionChild and Family Well Being
Job Classification TitleNurse Consultant II (NS)
Position NumberGradeMH17
Description of WorkThe Regional School Health Nurse Consultant serves as the primary resource person for local health departments, hospitals, and school systems (public, private, charter and specialty schools) in the region for the assessment of student health needs and for the development, implementation, and evaluation of school nursing services and other health services related activities to meet these needs. School nursing/health services are directed toward all students including those with chronic illness and disabilities.
As staff in the School Health Unit, this consultant's responsibilities include:
- Program assessment, planning and development.
- Program implementation, monitoring and quality assurance;
- Clinical and program consultation;
- Coordination and collaboration, and
- Training and resources development.
To accomplish its purpose, the position serves as part of the School, Adolescent and Child Health Unit and the Whole Child Health Section of Division of Child and Family Well-Being (DCFW).
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Grade Range $64,211 - $105,949Recruitment Range $66,696-89,326Candidates 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 (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
- Skilled in effective communication, both oral and written, demonstrated through writing samples and previous oral presentations.
- Working knowledge of population-based health and public health principles acquired through documented education and/or experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of local, state and federal laws, policies and standards, including NC Board of Nursing requirements that govern NC school health, acquired through experience as a school nurse or public health nurse.
- Skilled in collection and use of data as a basis for program growth and evaluation, demonstrated through previous experience with data based reporting or similar experience.
- Experience with technology and ability to effectively use common computer-based applications including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel in daily work activities.
Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing datePosition is funded in part through federal fundsPhysical Requirements:Unencumbered driver's license for travel within region, to training events, and to Raleigh for 40% of position time.
About The Division of Child and Family Well-Being:The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families, schools and communities. The division includes complementary programs that primarily serve children and youth to improve their health and well-being.
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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Minimum Education and ExperienceSome 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.
Minimum Education and ExperienceSome 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 two years of clinical experience in the area of specialization.
Recruiter:LaWanna Baker
Contact:DHHS Workday Support Form 
