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North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Description of Work

Murdoch Developmental Center is currently accepting applications for a Registered Nurse. The primary purpose of this position is to provide professional nursing care. This RN provides evaluation, assessment, and assures coordination and implementation of care delivery. This RN acts as charge nurse when assigned, provides clinical services and consultation including medication and treatment administration, MD/Professional contacts, & care planning for health needs.

ALL employees of Murdoch Center are designated as ESSENTIAL for adverse weather and emergency events.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Job Description
Recruitment Range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00
*A Sign-on bonus of $10,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting.*

Candidates 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:

• Must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina or in a participating Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state.
• Successful candidate must be able to pass Healthcare Provider CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) written and physical requirements as a condition of employment.
• Successful candidate must have a valid Driver License.

This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126)

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

We Will Be Recruiting For Multiple Positions With This Post. Your Application Will Be Considered For All Noted Open Positions.

Flexible Work Schedule Options 3rd Shift:

• 10:45pm-6:45am, 5 days/week, with rotating weekends. Schedule adjustments as needed/requested
• 6:30pm-7am, 4 days/week- 3 days/week rotating, with rotating weekends. Schedule adjustments as needed/requested
• 8:30pm-7am, 4 days/week; with rotating weekends. Schedule adjustments as needed/requested.
• 10:45pm-6:45am (8 hour)
• 8:15pm-6:45am (10 hour)
• 6:15pm-6:45am (12 hour) 36/48, alternating weeks

Shift Work Schedule Shift Premium

• 1st 6:30am-3pm 10% Weekend Only
• 2nd 2:30pm-11pm 15% Weekday & 25% Weekend
• 3rd 10:45pm-6:45am 20% Weekday & 30% Weekend

*Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus*
To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate.

An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:

• The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months.
• The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency.
• DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

About Murdoch Developmental Center:

MDC is one of three regional developmental centers operating as part of the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF). MDC in Butner serves 25 counties in central NC. Murdoch has approximately 1600 employees providing residential services and supports to people with IDD, complex behavioral challenges and/or medical conditions whose clinical treatment needs exceed the level of care available in the community.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.

Please click on the following link to see how Murdoch offers a Unique Nursing Experience!

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

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.

Minimum Education and Experience

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.