LPN Non-Institutional WCMH South Strand Full Time

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 an LPN 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 Department of Mental Health, Waccamaw Center for Mental Health, 9630 Scipio Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

Under direct supervision, performs duties of a medical assistant in the South Strand Office/Clinic for Waccamaw Center for Mental Health.  Works closely with staff, patients, nurses and business/front office to enhance quality care. 

Responsibilities for the LPN Non-Institutional Include: 

• Provide direct patient care - injections, weight, blood pressure, height and pluses rate by physicians and nurses.
• Assist with prior authorization requests as appropriate and seeks physicians' assistance as needed.
• Act as a PAP (Patient Assistance Program) coordinator.  Assist the clinic with PAP and prioritizations and authorizations for medication. 
• Complete all required paperwork for medication assistance, which includes logging in medications that arrive at the clinic, reviewing the client's medication order and contacting clients for medication pick up.
• Organize and updates the medication storage room.
• Maintain documentation of charts and other records in accordance with State, Federal, Local, OMH, WCMH, Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and CARF Standards. 
• Applicant needs to have experience working in a mental health setting with knowledge of practical nursing procedures and the ability to make accurate and technical and physical observations of patients.
• Knowledge is needed of the services provided in a comprehensive mental health programs service children, youth and adults.
• Serves as a backup when needed for front desk check in and check out patients. 
• Able to coordinate services with other health and community organizations.

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must have licensure as LPN through the SC Board of Nursing, SC LLR.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds; ability to see, hear at normal volumes, stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, pull and climb at least two (2) flights of stairs.
• Ability to tolerate noise level and circulate in patient areas.
• Must be able to work with repetitive patient behaviors.

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.     
• Candidates currently living in the catchment area are preferred. 

Post hire, Employee Must:

• Be able to provide a 10-year driving record.
• Be able to use a state vehicle for work related purposes.
• Use clinical judgement while working independently and be self-directed.
• Communicate effectively.
• Have the capacity to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and families.
• Participate in on-going in-service training and other educational opportunities in order to maintain and acquire necessary skills to perform all duties. 

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.

Salary : $35,800 - $48,000