Registered Nurse, Non-Institutional (Greenville)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Registered Nurse, Non-Institutional 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 (BHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Greater Greenville Mental Health Center, 124 Mallard St, Greenville, SC 29601. Under limited supervision, provides direct nursing services to adult patients and ACT patients who are chronically mentally ill and targeted as needing intensive services.

Responsibilities for the Registered Nurse, Non-Institutional:

• Provide direct service to patients who are mentally ill and targeted as needing services through nursing assessment, medication monitoring, administration, patient and family teaching, home visits as needed, and referrals to other agencies and lifestyle health care facilities, and alcohol /drug treatment facilities.

• Adhere to all Corporate Compliance, Outcome Evaluation, Research and Continuity of Care Policies and procedures. Maintain documentation of clinical services in accordance with State/Center/Quality Assurance standards.

• Responsible for Patient Assistance Program medications and prescription medications received in medication room, including logging in meds, labeling, storage and disbursement to clients. Complete prior authorizations in a timely manner as needed by insurance companies.

• Participate in treatment team and other staff meetings and assist in the formulation and development of patient treatment planning and program development.

• Perform metabolic and urine drug screenings as scheduled and needed.

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Licensure as a registered nurse by the SC Board of Nursing. Additional Requirements:• Position is considered essential and may be called back during crisis/disasters/emergencies.

• A nursing license through the SC Board of Nursing must be obtained no later than 30 days of initial hire date.

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

Post hire, employees must have: • Have knowledge of nursing practice and theory.

• Be able to organize, participate in and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary health team.
• Be able to access community health needs and resources.

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. 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 will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 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.