Policy Writer - Caswell Developmental Center

State of North Carolina•Lenoir, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Consultant I assists the Nurse Director II and Assistant Director of Nursing in assuring compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, ICF/IID standards, OSHA regulations, and mandated DHHS policies. The role develops educational materials, training curricula, and instructional sessions, and develops policies and standards to support safe, competent nursing care for approximately 200 individuals with intellectual disabilities and varying acute and chronic medical disorders. The position establishes new or revised clinical policies and procedures based on evidence-based recommendations, changing technology, and individuals’ acute medical needs. It also provides direct observation of clinical services and assists the Nurse Director II and Nurse Supervisor III with data collection, quality improvement monitoring, and implementation of policies and procedures. Caswell Developmental Center provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. This position is designated as mandatory and must report to work or stay over during adverse weather events. The position is exempt from certain provisions of the State Human Resources Act. Pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks apply; tobacco products, including vapor products, are prohibited on campus, and employees must follow the facility’s vaccination policy.

Requirements

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.
One year of experience in the area of specialization.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of principles and practices of state and federal laws, standards, certifying and accrediting bodies, guidelines, and regulations applicable to the area of assignment.
Working knowledge of adult learning principles and teaching techniques.
Ability to gather, compile, and perform preliminary analysis on data.
Ability to effectively teach nursing staff and other employees through orientation and on-the-job training.
Ability to work in partnership with facility, supervisory, and management staff and outside organizations in planning, scheduling, and providing services.

Responsibilities

Assist the Nurse Director II and Assistant Director of Nursing in assuring compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, ICF/IID standards, OSHA regulations, and mandated DHHS policies.
Develop educational materials, training curricula, and instructional sessions.
Develop policies and standards to assure delivery of safe, competent nursing care to approximately 200 individuals with intellectual disabilities and acute or chronic medical disorders.
Establish new or revised clinical policies and procedures based on evidence-based recommendations, changing technology, and individuals’ acute medical needs.
Provide direct observation of clinical services.
Assist the Nurse Director II and Nurse Supervisor III with data collection and monitoring quality improvement initiatives and implementation of policies and procedures.