- Supervises the nursing care of the unit by daily observation and evaluation of resident care. Monitors environment to ensure compliance with OBRA, OSHA, DHEC, VA and The Joint Commission standards, and assists with the coordination and implementation of corrective action plans as needed.
- Makes frequent safety and clinical rounds to observe and evaluate nursing care to ensure nursing standards and facility policies are maintained while providing for the residents' individual needs. Utilizes proactive interventions and identifies Performance Improvement opportunities to promote quality nursing care.
- Assists in the coordination and delegation of nursing duties of License Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nursing Assistances (CNAs) by preparing effective assignments according to staff abilities, clinical knowledge and experience. Competently and complete staff evaluations according to the SCDMH EPMS system. Provides employee counseling and disciplinary actions when warranted according to SCDMH Disciplinary Standards.
- Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team. Assists in the resident care planning process to ensure the plan of care is an individualized plan of care for each resident. Makes ongoing nursing observations and updates plan of care as necessary. Assists in the establishment of programs, interventions, and goals to promote optimum comfort, rest, and rehabilitative nursing care for residents to maintain the highest functional level to participate in AOL care.
- Provides direct nursing care and demonstrates appropriate care techniques by utilizing the nursing process. Accurately transcribes physician's orders, safely administers medications, and performs treatments according to facility policies and procedures; documents resident's response and performs other nursing procedures.
- Plans and implements orientation process for LPNs and CNAs on assigned unit. Serves as a mentor for newly hired nursing staff. Participates in the professional growth and development of unit nursing staff by providing educational opportunities in conjunction with Educational Services and guidance of facility resource nurses as appropriate.
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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- Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
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- Referral from current DMH Employee
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Richland, SC, United States - State of South Carolina
Description
Salary: $37, $70,054.00 AnnuallyLocation : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 160409
Agency: Department of Mental Health- C.M. Tucker-Stone
Opening Date: 01/19/2024
Closing Date: 5/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA12
Position Number:: /
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work schedule varies and will be discussed during interview.
Pay Band: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $52,000.00
Opening Date: 01/18/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at Follow the status of your application on-line.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Nurses assigned to C.M. Tucker - Nursing Care Center are currently eligible for a 20% supplemental pay along with their base salary as long as they remain an employee with C.M. Tucker - Nursing Care Center.
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, C. M. Tucker Nursing Care Center, Stone, 2200 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29203.
As the Permanent Charge Nurse, you will supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of a unit in accordance with Federal, State, and Facility standards, guidelines, and regulations that governs the facility. Ensures the highest degree of quality care is maintained by having skills to complete paraprofessional nursing tasks. Directs and supervises LPNs and CNAs nursing care under the auspices of a Registered Nurse.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirement: Successful completion of a registered nursing education program for professional nursing or an equivalent course of study from a registered nursing education program per Section of the South Carolina Nurse Licensure Act.
Agency Minimum Requirement: Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing and at least one (1) year of nursing experience.
Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds; be able to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, sloop, bend and climb at least two (2) or three (3) flights of stairs. Ability to tolerate noise level and circulate in resident areas for long periods and able to work with repetitive, unusual resident behaviors.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
Have you successful completed a nursing education program for professional nursing or an equivalent course of study from a registered nursing education program per Section of the South Carolina Nurse Licensure Act?
Are you licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing with at least one (1) year of nursing experience?
For the Department of Mental Health, have you been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?
If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.
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How did you hear about our vacancy?
If you answered "Referral from current DMH Employee" for question above, please list name below:
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If you answered "Other" for question #7 above, please indicate from where below:
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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
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