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The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients in Department of Adult Correction healthcare settings in accordance with medical protocols, established nursing procedures, and the Registered Nurse scope of practice. The position independently assesses patient needs, plans and evaluates nursing care, administers medications and treatments, responds to changes in patient condition or medical emergencies, and may coordinate the work of licensed and non-licensed nursing staff during an assigned shift.

Key duties include:

• Conduct nursing assessments, sick call evaluations, or other clinical screenings to identify patient needs and changes in condition.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans based on patient assessments, medical diagnoses, provider orders, or treatment needs.
• Administer medications and treatments while monitoring patient response, medication effects, contraindications, or other clinical concerns.
• Carry out physician or other authorized provider orders and assist with examinations, procedures, treatments, or follow-up care.
• Respond to medical emergencies, acute changes in condition, or other urgent healthcare needs using established nursing protocols and clinical judgment.
• Monitor and address communicable disease concerns, treatment compliance, or other ongoing healthcare needs within the correctional environment.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation related to assessments, care plans, medications, treatments, patient education, or changes in condition.
• Coordinate or oversee the work of Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, or other assigned healthcare staff through delegation, work assignments, or clinical guidance.

Temporary Role: 11 months with a 31-day break; renewal opportunities available. Applicants must pass a background check to qualify. Candidates who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience independently conducting nursing assessments or clinical screenings and identifying changes in patient condition requiring nursing intervention or provider follow-up.
• Documented experience developing, implementing, or evaluating nursing care plans based on patient diagnoses, clinical findings, provider orders, or treatment needs.
• Demonstrated experience administering medications or treatments while monitoring therapeutic response, side effects, contraindications, or other medication-related concerns.
• Proven experience responding to medical emergencies, acute changes in patient condition, or other urgent clinical situations using established nursing protocols or independent nursing judgment.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating nursing care through delegation, work assignments, clinical guidance, or oversight of Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, or similar healthcare staff.

Location Availability

Statewide – variation of shift assignments according to facility. Availability of specific shifts will be discussed during the interview process.

Supplemental Application Information

Application Process

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:

• Complete education history (including high school)
• Full work experience details
• Certificates and licenses, if applicable
• Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Veterans' and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some 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.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.