Licensed Practical Nurse II, Non-Institutional / 60019191Rp

Job Responsibilities

• This position is a repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.

This position is located in Community Long Term Care (CLTC), Richland County.

Are you the One? We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse II, Non-Institutional, who will work under the general supervision of the Area Administrator and Registered Nurse Supervisor. Maintains knowledge of Community Long Term Care programs and related systems including Phoenix. Conducts pre-admission assessments for persons seeking Medicaid sponsored nursing home placement and for persons seeking admission to Community Choices Waiver and Home Again. Completes PASRR Level I and II activities for those applicants seeking Medicaid sponsored Nursing Home Placement.

• Performs Pre-admission Assessments for Community Choices waiver, Home Again Program and Nursing Home Placement.

• Performs PASRR Activities.

• Provides CLTC Education and Referral.

• Attends Program Related Training.

• Performs emergency preparedness duties or activities as directed.

• Performs Other Duties As Assigned.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Requires current, active and non-restricted licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.

A minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in an acute or med-surgical environment and two (2) years of healthcare experience that demonstrates expertise in conducting utilization reviews and/or Prior Authorization or related experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.

Additional Requirements:

• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective time management skills and computer proficiency.

• Must be able to perform web-based software functions(key data, run reports, update documents, navigate webinars etc.).

• Considerable knowledge of social, mental and cultural aspects of illness.

• Written and verbal skills in assessing and evaluating applicants' conditions and needs and in conversing with applicants, family members and other community contacts. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.

• NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Current licensure by the South Carolina Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Additional Comments

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. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 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.