Registered Nurse (RN) (Spartanburg)

State of South Carolina • Spartanburg County, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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, Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center, 250 Dewey Ave, Spartanburg, SC 29303. Under general supervision, provides a variety of nursing services in a culturally sensitive manner to Adult and Child & Adolescent patients.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience.
• Licensure as a registered nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.
• Successfully complete the Basic Fundamentals course with a minimum grade of 75.
• Have knowledge of nursing procedures, personal hygiene, basic health and safety practices, basic human anatomy.
• Be able to operate a state car.
• Perform all job duties and provide all services and documentation in compliance with CARF, OMH, CCMHC, Quality Assurance, Compliance, HIPAA, Transcultural and Productivity Standards, Policies and Procedures.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• In a culturally sensitive manner, provide nursing and other clinical services to SAMHC clients in all 3 centers (Spartanburg, Union & Cherokee), including Medication Monitoring, Medication Management Only, injection and Clozaril clinics, Triage, and On Call.
• Serve as a mentor and preceptor for new Nursing Services staff.
• Serve as a Nursing resource for other center staff.
• Collaborate with others in Center, satellites, and/or community settings/departments to maximize nursing services resources for Child & Adolescent services, adult services, and manage assigned MMO caseload by identifying nonclinical activities and working to utilize technology and non-clinical staff to streamline and organize nursing care.
• Meet QA and Corporate Compliance standards; adheres to policies and procedures, including collaborative documentation, and clinical notes signed within 48 hours of an appointment.
• Attend staff meetings, supervisory conferences, workshops and required staff development and training; assist in managing medication storage area as needed and promptly performs procedure ordered by physician/NP, highlighting any abnormal results and promptly reporting to provider.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 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
• Retirement benefit choices
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree