Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN; OIDD-Whitten

Overview

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 Licensed Practical Nurses who are 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
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This position is eligible for up to $3.75/hour shift differential for applicable shifts!

The positions for this posting are 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.

• Provides daily nursing care, training, activities, and treatment to the people who live at the Regional Centers in accordance with all licensing and certification requirements, the South Carolina Nursing Practice Act, and BHDD-OIDD.
• Administers routine oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications as well as treatments in accordance with nursing protocol, facility policies, and procedures.
• Monitors health conditions of the individuals and reports findings to medical provider and appropriate staff. Assists physician/practitioner with examinations and treatments as needed.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary living and working environment.
• Ensures accountability and protection from harm for all individuals through appropriate and thorough documentation.
• Reviews Monthly Medication Administration Record (MAR) and 90-day recertification orders, completes health care records, AIMS/DISCUS, swallowing and Speech and Occupational Medicine (SAOM) Evaluations. Assists with weights and heights as ordered and indicated by policy and procedures. Properly documents as needed.
• Performs and participates in activities as otherwise assigned by the supervisor to include, but not limited to, participation in on-call rotation procedure.

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 40-33-32 of the South Carolina Nurse Licensure Act. Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.

Knowledge of practical nursing procedures. Knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, basic health, and safety practices. Knowledge of the human anatomy. Ability to maintain attention to detail. Ability to make accurate technical and physical observations of individuals. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain accurate medical documentation. Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations and laws. Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of socioeconomic, racial, ethnic, and educational backgrounds.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the healthcare team. Ability to lift and move individuals. General knowledge of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Ability to work in a group home like setting or ICF. Physical ability to work with individuals who may be physically aggressive or medically fragile.

Employment is contingent upon pre-employment screenings: medical screening (including a drug screening); background checks (including 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 review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. Immunization: if this position requires working directly with consumers of BHDD/OIDD, TB testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new…