3rd Shift Registered Nurse (RN): OIDD - Midlands
State of South Carolina
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Registered Nurse (RN): OIDD - Whitten
State of South Carolina
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$77,500 - $85,543
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
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Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a registered nurse at a South Carolina facility that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on providing daily medical care, managing medications, and helping create personalized health plans.
You'll work as part of a team to assess patient needs, ensure a safe environment, and guide other staff in delivering quality care.
It's a great fit for compassionate nurses who enjoy working with vulnerable populations and want to make a direct impact on community health.
Key Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the South Carolina State Board of Nursing
- Knowledge of nursing techniques, medical terminology, and professional practices
- Ability to assess patient needs, plan and implement care, and evaluate outcomes
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written, for team collaboration and patient interaction
- Ability to respond to emergencies and maintain a safe, clean environment
- Experience supervising and training paraprofessional nursing staff
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 Nursing Professional 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.
$3,000.00 Sign-On Bonus Available!
This position provides nursing care to individuals in designated units with responsibility for maintaining the nursing needs:
Responsible for maintaining acute medical issues for the facility in the absence of the Nurse Supervisor.
Management of medications and procedures according to pharmacy and nursing procedure guidelines. Actively documents and participates in the rehabilitation programs of individuals.
Functions as the health care coordinator of assigned units with responsibilities outlined in the Health Care Guidelines.
Assists in planning and providing nursing care with responsibility for the assessment of nursing needs and the initiation of nursing intervention(s)according to all licensing and certification requirements.
Provides guidance and develops nursing staff to ensure quality activity, care, and treatment for all individuals.
Assesses needs of individuals, identifying obvious symptoms of physical or emotional illness, formulates and executes a plan of care, and evaluates outcomes. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team on the integration of the nursing care plan in the Individual Support Plan (ISP).
Performs clinical skills in a competent manner and ensures a clean and safe environment. Provides training and acts as a resource for nursing staff.
Performs and participates in activities as otherwise assigned by the Nurse Supervisor.
This position for this posting is located at Whitten Regional Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Clinton, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This position is eligible for up to$6.25/hour shift differential for applicable shifts!
Sign-on bonus for eligible candidates will be distributed after one, six, and twelve months of successful continuous Full-Time employment.
Requirements
Qualifications
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*
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