Enhanced Role Registered Nurse - Tiered Sign on Bonus up to $5,000

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Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

Currently holds and active ERRN certification. BSN. Bilingual. CPR Certification.

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

Analytical Thinking. Strong communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to provide advice and counseling. Strong decision making skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work with diverse populations. Technology efficient. Excellent Customer/Client Services Skills. Enjoys working in a Team Environment. Ability to provide consultation to Nurses and other staff. Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message. Ability to compile, assimilate, organize, and store printed and electronic information. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork. Ability to maintain conditions that ensure a healthy and safe working environment.

About This Position

Location: Public Health Building Raleigh, NC 27610. Employment Type: Regular. Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (May be required to work occasional evening clinic). Hiring Range: 30.29 - 40.90. Market Range: 30.29 - 51.50. Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 9/4/2026.

What Makes Wake Great

Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is the proud home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and the two-time Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes, winners in 2006 and 2026. In addition to being Wake County's seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina's most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.