Registered Nurse, Non-Institutional (RN) (Hilton Head - Coastal Empire)

Job Responsibilities 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, Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center (CEMHC), 151 Dillon Rd, Hilton Head, SC. As the Registered Nurse, under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, you will provide advanced outpatient psychiatric nursing and case management services to clinic patients served by the Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center, with particular focus on promoting recovery-based services to persons with serious and persistent mental illnesses. Responsibilities for the Registered Nurse Include Assume responsibility for patients with complex psychiatric/medical care needs. Provide advanced psychiatric nursing services, including medication monitoring and compliance, medication administration, and evaluate the effectiveness of medication to seriously and persistently mentally ill individuals. Coordinate and maintain a caseload. Complete clinical documentation in full compliance with BHDD OMH Quality Assurance Standards. Provide case management services, including treatment planning, medication education to patients and families, assess the nursing needs of patients, and provide psycho-education, crisis intervention, and medical stabilization in the community mental health setting. Perform all nursing and other treatment services in compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory standards. Manage the medication area of the clinic, including logging medicine in and out, maintain accurate inventory and storage of medications on hand, proper handling and routing of Hazardous Wastes, and provide ordering support to patients accessing medication assistance programs and other medication procurement methods, including pharmacy calls and confirming doctors' orders. Function as a member of the treatment team, attending staffings and other meetings, provide coordination and consultation to case managers and MDs, attend departmental meetings and training services as requested by supervisor. Provide nursing services to clients of other clinics and CAF services as needed and requested by clinic and CAF personnel. Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor’s degree in nursing or three (3) year diploma or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing. Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) by the SC Board of Nursing. Additional Requirements Be able to lift 3-5 pounds Be able to sit for long periods of time Preferred Qualifications Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Post Hire, Employees Must Be able to pass CPR, First-Aid and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification. Have working knowledge of techniques and practices of the nursing profession, psychiatric theory and health care delivery. Have advanced knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology. Have the ability to monitor and administer medications. 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. 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 (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. The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. #J-18808-Ljbffr