Licensed Practical Nurse Night Shift

Job Description:

Licensed Practical Nurse Night Shift

Description

Description

This position performs nursing care in an inpatient/outpatient alcohol and drug setting.

HIRING HOURLY: $25.00

Primarily this position will require the LPN to work evening shift Monday through Friday from 11:30pm - 8:00am; and rotating holidays.

Continuation of employment in this position is contingent upon availability of funding from services, program and agency earnings.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include:

• Working with othe r healthcare professionals to coordinate care, screening calls for admission
• Completing admissions and discharges
• Monitoring signs and symptoms of withdrawal and vital signs
• Administering medications
• Following physician orders and documentation in medical records
• Attending daily medical rounds
• Scheduling follow-up appointments
• Cleaning/inspecting all medical equipment for proper functioning.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education/Qualifications:

• Licensing as an LPN from the State of South Carolina, supplemented by 1-2 years of practical work experience in an inpatient or outpatient human services delivery system, hospital medical unit.
• Familiarity with substance abuse patients is preferred.
• Must be annually re-certified in CPR
• Have appropriate attitude and demeanor for maintaining smooth working relations with patients, staff, outside agencies and the general public.
• A valid SC driver’s license or the ability to obtain one upon acceptance of the position

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.

Salary:

$25.00 Hourly