Nurse Specialist

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Nurse Specialist
Position Number 964788
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Time-Limited No
Department Homepage https://pediatrics.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department PEDS - CARDIOLOGY
Division ECU Health/BSOM
Classification Title 35002 Nurse Specialist
Competency Level 4 - Broadbanded
Working Title Nurse Specialist
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $70,062
Anticipated Hiring Range $70,062
Salary Grade Equivalency N/A
Work Schedule Monday-Friday
Work Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Position Location (City) Greenville
Job Category Staff - Medical
Organizational Unit Overview
The East Carolina University, School of Medicine, Pediatric Outpatient Clinic provides outpatient medical care for children from birth to age 21. The clinic staff assists clients in obtaining diagnosis and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses as well as provides nursing care. Staff provides health education and access to information to enhance client health and to prevent illness. Staff provides for client comfort and safety while endeavoring to be as cost effective to keep medical costs down. The Pediatric Clinics are a service component of the Department of Pediatrics in the School of Medicine. These clinics are involved in the treatment of patients as a function of the training and education of medical students, physicians and allied health personnel in primary medical care on a regional consultative basis for eastern North Carolina.
Job Duties
The Department of Pediatrics seeks a Nurse Specialist to provide direct patient care and case management for the Pediatric Cardiology Section. The selected candidate will be able to act independently, be self-motivated, and problem solve tactfully and diplomatically. The employee is self-directed and utilizes critical thinking skills, communicates effectively orally and in writing, possesses and demonstrates leadership qualities, and is able to perform many tasks simultaneously. Duties of the position include prioritizing clinical situations; ensuring orders are written and carried out in an expeditious manner; providing nursing input into patient care; and facilitating communication between the specialty and ancillary departments and staff, making appropriate referrals as needed. A positive approach in a team environment and the ability to interact with residents, medical students, nursing students, and other learners on a daily basis is necessary to teach procedures and concepts that relate to nursing practice. In addition, the employee will serve as an educator for the patient population and other family members regarding preventative health measures, disease, and disease management. Currently, hours of clinic operation are from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with a rotating scheduled late day to cover patient care.
CLINICAL SUPPORT POSITION – NOT SUBJECT TO STATE PERSONNEL ACT.
The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University is affiliated with ECU Health Medical Center, which serves as its teaching hospital, as well as the flagship hospital for ECU Health.
Employment in this position provides eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP) which offers matching employer contributions and employee control of investment choices, along with eligibility to participate in various Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans (401k, 403b. 457).  This position is not eligible to participate in the NC Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS). Additionally, this position offers multiple voluntary options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as various supplemental plans including Critical Illness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Cancer, and Disability. 
Minimum Education/Experience
Graduation from state-accredited school of registered nursing and two years of nursing experience, with at least one year in the assigned specialty area. Must have a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation
State of North Carolina Registered Nursing License
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
License or Certification required by the Department
State of North Carolina Registered Nursing License
Special Instructions to Applicant
  • Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
  • If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
  • Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date 12/12/2022
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.
Open Until Filled Yes
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/56155
Alternate option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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