Nursing Assistant, Certified / Unit Clerk (CMTNCC - Roddey)
State of South Carolina
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Nursing Assistant, Certified (CMTNCC - Roddey)
State of South Carolina
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$33,900 - $42,400
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for a certified nursing assistant at a mental health care center in South Carolina, where you'll help residents with daily activities like bathing, eating, and getting around, while observing their health and supporting their social and emotional needs.
It's ideal for someone who is compassionate, physically fit, and enjoys working in a team to support people with behavioral health challenges.
No advanced degree is needed, just certification and a willingness to learn on the job.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks like standing, walking, bending, and climbing stairs
- Knowledge of assistive nursing procedures, sanitation, personal hygiene, basic health safety practices, and human anatomy
- Basic life skills including CPR, AED use, and ventilations
- Ability to observe, report, and document changes in residents' condition or behavior
- Flexibility to work in a team, follow directions, and handle repetitive patient behaviors
Full Job Description
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community.
We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant, 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.
This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, C.M. Tucker Jr. Nurse Care Center-Roddey Pavilion, 2200 Harden St. Columbia, SC 29203.
As the Certified Nursing Assistant, you will perform varied and special assignments in giving personal care to the residents. You will work under supervision and established practices.
Responsibilities for the Certified Nursing Assistant include:
- Perform and assist residents with personal cleanliness and hygiene (ADL's).
- Feed and assist residents with meals, snacks, and supplements.
- Observe, report, and document any changes in residents' condition and/or behavior.
- Participate in restorative therapies according to care plan and individual needs. Participate in the Resident Care Conference.
- Assist in guiding and helping residents by working with them in groups and individually, by planning and conducting group meetings, encouraging communication, self-esteem and socialization. Conduct selective individual and group activities.
- Prepare and accompanies residents off the unit to clinics/MD visits and activities.
- Perform nursing procedures and care per nursing policies. Assist the nurse and doctor with treatments and examinations.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED.
- Must hold credential as a certified nursing assistant.
Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds; ability to see, hear at normal volumes, stand, walk, reach, pull, stoop, bend and climb at least two (2) or three (3) flights of stairs.
Ability to tolerate noise level and circulate in patient areas for long periods. Must be able to work with repetitive patient behaviors.
Qualifications
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Information
Have knowledge of assistive nursing procedures, sanitation, personal hygiene, basic health safety practices, and human anatomy. Have ability to maintain attention to detail, make accurate technical and physical observations of patients, accurately communicate and record observations, carefully read and follow direction, work a flexible schedule, work in a team environment, and lift and move patients. Have basic life skills including CPR, AED use, and ventilations.
The 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.
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 Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:
- 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 *
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
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