Registered Nurse; RN): OIDD-Coastal

Job Responsibilities

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 Registered 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!

The position provides nursing care to individuals in designated units with responsibility for maintaining 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.

• 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.

The positions for this posting are located at Coastal Regional Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Summerville, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

These positions are eligible for up to $6.25/hour shift differential for applicable shifts!

Sign-on bonus for eligible candidates will be distributed after one, six, and twelve months of successful continuous Full-Time employment.

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of South Carolina.

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 individuals. Ability to interact with individuals in a culturally competent and professional manner. Ability to prepare educational and training materials for nursing care programs.

Knowledge of administrative methods and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.…