Job Description

Job Responsibilities

About Coastal Regional Center
Coastal Regional Center is a residential facility of the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs located in Summerville, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Job Responsibilities
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.

***Shift Differential Hourly Rates: Monday - Friday 2nd and 3rd shift = $1.25, Saturday - Sunday 1st shift = $5.00, Saturday - Sunday 2nd and 3rd shift = $6.25

The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Licensure as a registered nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.

Some positions require certification in Basic Life Support and/or Basic/Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Some positions may require possession of a valid driver\'s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the techniques and practices of the nursing profession. Knowledge of medical and nursing terminology. Ability to adhere to standing orders, policies and procedures. Ability to plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Ability to establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of patients. Ability to interact with patients in a culturally competent, professional manner. Ability to prepare educational and training materials for nursing care programs. Knowledge of administrative methods and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to appropriately respond to emergency situations. Ability to function as a team member. Ability to instruct, supervise and direct the work of paraprofessional staff.

Additional Comments

About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.

EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex --including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services\' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS \xe2\x80\x9cList of Excluded Individuals/Entities\xe2\x80\x9d screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind this offer 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 DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold 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, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource 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 may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

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