Date Posted: November 4, 2020

Deadline: December 31, 2015

Organization: SCDDSN

City: Clinton

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Wages/Salary: AGENCY HIRING RANGE - MIN: $31,805.00 /Year

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Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing and related experience. Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the SC Board of Nursing.

Job Description:

Whitten Center, located in Clinton, SC is a residential facility of the SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs. The center serves residents of all ages with developmental disabilities.

Daily visits with consumers, which includes assessing health status, keeping Medical Providers informed of same, documenting all pertinent data. Administers/documents all medication and treatments and observes/records response, is aware of side effects and reports any reactions to Medical Providers. Performs nursing procedures and treatments as ordered by medical providers. Maintains documentation as needed. Serves as a health care resource person. Provides instruction to other staff and to consumers. Monitors nutrition, personal hygiene and infection control measures.

Schedule:
1st shift: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m./ 6:30am-3:00pm 2nd shift: 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. 3rd shift: 10:30 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. (days rotate--includes weekends)

Contact Name:
Audrea Moore
Contact Email: amoore@ddsn.sc.gov
Application Process:
On-line applications required. www.jobs.sc.gov You must include ALL current and previous work history and education. We emphasize that a resume will NOT be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications of the position; it will be passed over and not referred to hiring managers. Supplemental questions (if applicable) are considered part of your official application. You will be asked to provide a transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include, but not limited to, criminal records, driver's license and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be notified of job filled status.