Director of Nursing (OIDD - Saleeby) - Repost

Full Job Description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives?

Join our team at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community.

We are seeking a Director of Nursing who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness.

If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

Under the direct supervision of the Facility Administrator, this position:

• Directly supervises and mentors nursing staff and administrative support personnel to ensure that the mission, goals, philosophy, and functions of the OIDD-Saleeby Nursing departments are supported and can be achieved.

Ensures nursing schedule and coverage is maintained at all times to ensure target staffing levels are met. Conducts interviews and recommendations for nursing vacancies.

Determines that the necessary qualifications and experience are present for all nurse applicants to provide consistent, quality care and treatment to the Intellectually Disabled Adults residing at OIDD-Saleeby.

Implements, coordinates and monitors nursing quality management activities to include, but not limited to staff training, patient care and treatment rendered, medication pass observations, medication cart audits, electronic and paper chart audits, etc.

Ensures that medications and treatments are delivered with minimal errors and that OIDD nursing staff are fully trained in all aspects pertaining to the care of Intellectually Disabled Adults residing at OIDD-Saleeby.

• Ensures nursing policies and procedures are updated, written, trained, and enforced in accordance with BHDD-OIDD policies and licensing entities.

Ensures implementation and monitors the utilization/input of the electronic health record system (Therap) for each patient.

Scrutinizes the nursing documentation input for completeness and accuracy as well as ensuring good nursing judgment is exercised in relation to treatment and care decisions made by nurses.

Maintains good communication with the Nurse Supervisors and floor nurses to expeditiously correct documentation errors and improve the efficiency of nursing documentation.

Responds to emergency medical situations to ensure immediate response and treatment is rendered.

Provides oversight and coordination b/w departments to improve the effectiveness of emergency medical response.

Provides follow up training to nurses and staff following emergency medical situations to improve efficiency of communication and actions during such events creating a "continuous process improvement" mindset amongst all staff.

Coordinates with Campus Support to ensure Emergency Action Plans are enabled to efficiently and safely protect the Intellectually Disabled individuals residing at OIDD-Saleeby during inclement weather and disaster events.

• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator and/or other relevant leadership.

Positions for this posting are located at Saleeby Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Hartsville, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Requirements

A Bachelors degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and at least (3) years of nursing experience, or an associates degree in nursing with licensing as a Registered Nurse and at least (6) years of clinical nursing experience in a long term care environment. Licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of South Carolina. One (1) year of nursing supervisory experience and certification in CPR.

Qualifications

Knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and techniques of nursing. Knowledge of teaching methods applicable to nursing. Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing administration. Knowledge of current trends in continuing quality improvement. Knowledge of planning and budgeting methods. Knowledge of research methods. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to plan, organize, supervise, direct and evaluate the work of other employees. Ability to budget for supplies, personnel and equipment for a specific program. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Additional Information

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S.

Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General “List of Excluded Individuals/Entities” screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials.

We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment.

All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program.

You may contact Human Resources for further information. Supplemental Questions: 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.

A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available(S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program(State ORP)