Nursing Secretary (Administrative Specialist I)

Company: Government jobs
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

Description of Work

This anticipated vacancy is a repost. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

This position is the highest level of administrative support for the Director of Nursing and statewide Nursing Leadership in the Department of Adult Correction. This position is allocated tasks that require attention to detail and accuracy. This position is responsible for maintaining a high level of knowledge of major projects and workflow of Comprehensive Health Services.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Creating and maintaining various health services and HR-related database information.
• Processing and maintaining a variety of documents, records, and reports for the Director of Nursing to include researching, compiling, verifying, and logging data as well as distributing data to designated staff.
• Planning and coordinating statewide Nursing Leadership meetings, which includes compiling meeting material for distribution to meeting attendees, recording minutes, and distributing minutes to designated staff.
• Creating and/or revising the Health Care Procedure Manual and nursing protocols and/or policies.
• Researching and responding to requests from legal staff and/or inmate family members.
• Composing and drafting confidential letters, memorandums, and reports to be signed by the Director of Nursing.
• Coordinating the schedule for and distributing mail for the Director of Nursing.
• Utilizing strong organizational and recordkeeping skills to ensure the effectiveness of daily operations in the Director of Nursing's office.
• Communicating clearly and concisely in oral and written form to the public and employees.
• Establishing effective professional working relationships with staff and the public.
• Utilizing various Microsoft Office programs as well as Health Services computer programs proficiently. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits
  
  About the Dept. of Adult Correction:
  Adult Correction is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons, Correction Enterprises, Community Supervision, and Reentry Programs & Services.
  
  About the Comprehensive Health Services Division:
  The mission of Comprehensive Health Services is to provide internal and external customers served by the Dept. of Adult Correction with access to quality, cost-effective healthcare rendered by competent healthcare professionals. This Division seeks to improve the health status of inmates, provide care consistent with community standards, and ensure that invested tax dollars produce the best value.
  
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
  
  The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Adult Correction jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)
  
  To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
  
  
  • Experience with Microsoft Word.
  • Experience with creating spreadsheets, tables, or databases in Excel.
  • Experience with scheduling meetings in Microsoft Outlook and/or Teams.
  • Work experience in a clerical or administrative role involving composing letters or memorandums for distribution.
  • Experience with preparing materials in advance of a meeting and/or providing materials after the meeting (such as meeting minutes).Management Preference:
    Administrative experience in a healthcare setting. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
    
    High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma two AND years of related administrative experience
    
    OR
    
    Equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information
    
    The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment first philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
    
    DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
    
    It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
    
    
    • 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 a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
    • If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
    • If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.
    • 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.
      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 and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
      
      For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Danielle Lockley at 919.457.1171
      
      For permanent appointments:
      
      State of North Carolina employees have the opportunity to participate in a compelling array of benefits to enhance their quality of life, their health, and their future. Benefits include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation. To find out about these, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page:
      
      https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits
      
      For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
      
      **There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.**
      
      01 To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are part of the application and the answers are used in the screening process; all questions must be answered completely and accurately.
      • Yes, I understand
        
        02 If selected for this position, the salary offered will be within the posted recruitment range of $35,788 - $$45,000. Are you willing to accept a salary in this range? (NOTE: Answering "No" to this question will result in your application being withdrawn from further consideration for this position).
        • Yes
        • No
          
          03 Do you have experience with Microsoft Word?
          • Yes
          • No
            
            04 If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your knowledge AND include in which job(s) you obtained it. If you answered "No", type "N/A".
            
            05 Do you have experience with creating spreadsheets, tables, or databases in Excel?
            • Yes
            • No
              
              06 If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your knowledge AND include in which job(s) you obtained it. If you answered "No", type "N/A".
              
              07 Do you have experience with scheduling meetings in Microsoft Outlook and/or Teams?
              • Yes
              • No
                
                08 If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your knowledge AND include in which job(s) you obtained it. If you answered "No", type "N/A".
                
                09 Do you have work experience in a clerical or administrative role involving composing letters or memorandums for distribution?
                • Yes
                • No
                  
                  10 If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your knowledge AND include in which job(s) you obtained it. If you answered "No", type "N/A".
                  
                  11 Do you have experience with preparing materials in advance of a meeting and/or providing materials after the meeting (such as meeting minutes)?
                  • Yes
                  • No
                    
                    12 If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your knowledge AND include in which job(s) you obtained it. If you answered "No", type "N/A".
                    
                    * Required Question

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