MCH-CHPS RN- Low Country (Registered Nurse)-61008536

State of South Carolina • Charleston County, SC

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides culturally competent nursing care for Maternal Child Health (MCH) Children’s Health and Perinatal Services (CHPS), under the supervision of the MCH CHPS Nurse Manager. Services include Postpartum Newborn Home Visits, Congenital Syphilis, Elevated Lead, and Newborn Screening. The nurse provides care according to agency policies and procedures, standing orders, and patient-specific medical orders; promotes quality customer service; maintains strict confidentiality; and assists with emergency response efforts as indicated by the South Carolina Department of Public Health.

The position uses the nursing process to assess client health, document services, implement care plans, provide interventions, education, and counseling, and initiate or follow up on referrals as needed. Depending on assignment, the nurse performs home visits and specialty tracking or case management for congenital syphilis, elevated blood lead levels, and newborn screening. The role also contributes to quality improvement, program development, policy review, staff training, community representation, and ongoing professional development. Other related duties, required travel, and emergency response outside normal work hours may be assigned.

Requirements

• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina State Board of Nursing.
• Some positions require Basic Life Support certification.
• Some positions may require a valid driver’s license.
• Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
• An official, certified copy of any transcript or diploma claimed on the application is required prior to hiring.
• Complete continuing education as required by the SC Board of Nursing.
• Maintain clinical competency as required by the Office of Public Health Nursing.
• Healthcare-provider new hires must provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Pertussis, Varicella, and Hepatitis B before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Previous maternal, pediatric, and home health experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally competent nursing care for MCH CHPS services under the supervision of the MCH CHPS Nurse Manager.
• Provide care in accordance with agency policies and procedures, standing orders, and patient-specific medical orders.
• Promote quality customer service and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Assist with emergency response efforts as indicated by SC DPH.
• Use the nursing process to assess the health of MCH-CHPS clients.
• Document care and services in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Implement care plans, provide appropriate interventions, education, and counseling, and initiate or follow up on referrals when indicated.
• Identify patient needs through MCH-CHPS services.
• Perform Postpartum Newborn Home Visits and specialty tracking or case management for Congenital Syphilis, Elevated Blood Lead Levels, and Newborn Screening, if assigned.
• Adhere to programmatic and practice policies, including the Nursing Professional Practice Manual, Health Services Policy Manual, Health Records Policy Manual, and Standing Orders Manual.
• Support development of programs, policies, and services intended to improve the health status of maternal and child populations.
• Collect and report on services provided and conduct peer audits as requested by the supervisor.
• Participate in program audits and development or review of CHPS policies and procedures as requested.
• Participate in staff meetings and share relevant information with the regional team.
• Complete required CHPS program and agency training and maintain clinical competency as required by the Office of Public Health Nursing.
• Complete continuing education as required by the SC Board of Nursing.
• Represent the program or region on committees, work groups, and at community events as assigned.
• Identify training needs to the supervisor and assist with training and mentoring new CHPS staff.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned, including required travel if requested.
• Respond as directed during emergencies, including emergencies outside normal work hours.
• Maintain nursing practice competencies, including first aid, CPR, and AED.

Benefits

• 15 days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
• 15 days of sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term disability and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available.
• Retirement benefit choices: State Retirement Plan (SCRS) or State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP); enrollment in one listed plan is required for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed