Health Care Technician I (Certified Nurse Aide) $15,000 Sign-on Bonus - Central Regional Hospital
About The Position
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking Health Care Technicians I (HCT I) to function as Therapeutic Support Specialists I (TSS) at Central Regional Hospital in Butner, North Carolina. This role involves monitoring patients and performing technical procedures under the supervision of a Licensed Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, assisting patients with daily living activities, and maintaining patient observation levels. This is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals with complex mental health, substance use, developmental, and neuro-medical needs, and to grow your career in a supportive healthcare environment.
Requirements
- Proficient in written and verbal English.
- Ability to follow treatment plans and/or clinical orders.
- Ability to learn behavior management and supportive counseling techniques.
- Ability to observe patients and make written and oral reports.
- Nurse Aide I listing by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation.
- Valid driver's license.
- High school or General Educational Development diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Physical Skills (APS) certification through the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and CPR certification within 60 days.
- If applicants are not NA I certified and are selected for a position, training will be offered by the hospital. However, certification must be obtained, and employee must pass all facility required training as a condition of employment.
- Listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
- North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
Responsibilities
- Monitor patients and perform technical procedures within the scope of a certified nurse's aide (CNA).
- Obtain vital signs.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Maintain level of observations of patients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance options
- Standard and supplemental retirement plans
- NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis)
- Paid vacation leave
- Paid sick leave
- Paid community service leave
- Paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
