Registered Nurse, Non-Institutional / ACT Team PART-TIME (Columbia Area)

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 Registered Nurse 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, Columbia Area Mental Health Center, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team located at 2715 Colonial Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203, CAMHC #335.

As the Registered Nurse, working under general supervision, you will provide direct clinical/nursing services for the patients participating in Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). As a member of ACT teams, perform assessment, treatment planning and clinical services to stabilize acutely disturbed psychiatric patients. Utilize nursing skills to monitor and administer medications. Position is designed to be performed on an outreach basis and to reduce re-hospitalizations, and over utilization of emergency room, and to enhance community placement and recovery.

Responsibilities for the Registered Nurse, Non-Institutional:

• Provide direct services to ACT beneficiaries to include but not limited to: assessing the health, social, psychiatric and medical needs of CAMHC patients; administer scheduled intramuscular medications to patients as ordered by prescribers; monitor patients regularly for beneficial effects, side effects, and other medication related issues; and develop strategies to maximize taking medications as prescribed.
• Complete clinical documentation using collaborative documentation and ensure services are documented in accordance with OMH/QA requirements.
• Engage in health promotion, prevention and education activities.
• Ensure patients are seen in accordance with their needs (medically/psychiatric appointments). Ensure timely completion of prior authorizations.
• Participate in clinical supervision and daily treatment team meetings. Pursue professional development through collegial consultation, continuing education and licensure.
• Comply with the Office of Mental Health Compliance Plan and all legal responsibilities and requirements.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Licensed as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.

Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in nursing and two (2) years' experience; or a three (3) year diploma and two (2) years' experience; or an associate degree in nursing and two (2) years' experience as a registered nurse, one (1) of which must have been in a community health program.

Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Information

Post hire, employees must:

• Have knowledge of the techniques and best practices of the nursing professional.
• Have knowledge of medical and nursing terminology.
• Have ability to provide individual health education and counseling.
• Be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Have the ability to function as a team member and knowledge of privacy laws.
• Have the ability to lift 5 pounds and operate a state vehicle.
• Maintain valid nursing license with S.C. Board of Nursing.

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 *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*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.