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LPN/RN Nurse

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Charles Lea Center

Spartanburg, South Carolina

Shift
Rotating
Unit
Psych

Posted Aug 18

The work and the unit

Unit
Psych
Setting
Residential
Precepting
You would precept other nurses

Staffing and support

The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.

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Schedule and commitments

Shift
Rotating
On call
On-call rotation
Term
Permanent

Pay and benefits

Against the board
South Carolina nursing median is $41/hrSouth Carolina nursing postings that state pay run $29/hr to $55/hr, the middle half $34/hr to $49/hr, across 206 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
Overtime
$30/hr
  • Paid training
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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  • Life insurance

Do you qualify?

License
Current South Carolina LPN or RN license in good standing. Check your license
License
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Experience
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Experience
Experience in residential, long-term care, community-based, or behavioral health settings.
Experience
Experience providing staff training and clinical oversight.
Also asks
Required
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PreferredPreferred
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Ability to attend appointments and travel between residential locations as needed.
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Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
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Ability to work a flexible schedule and participate in an on-call rotation.
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This role involves regular standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and hands-on support. Reasonable accommodations are available.
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Travel: Frequent travel via car within Spartanburg County to homes/apartments and other locations as needed.
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Ready to Apply?
Also asks
If you’re ready to bring your skills and heart to a team that’s changing lives, we invite you to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. It only takes 3 minutes—and it could be the start of something truly rewarding.
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Charles Lea Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process.

What's around it?

In Spartanburg, SC· © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap

Living costs about 9% below the US average

Median rent
$1,099/mo
Household income
$51,964/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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From Census ACS 2024.

About this role

Make a Difference Every Day – Join the Charles Lea Center as an LPN/RN Nurse

At the Charles Lea Center, our mission is to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living meaningful, self-directed lives. As an LPN or RN, you will play a vital role in delivering person-centered healthcare services, supporting individuals in residential settings, and empowering staff through clinical guidance and training.

This position is ideal for a compassionate nurse who enjoys building relationships, providing hands-on care, and serving as a healthcare resource for individuals, families, and support teams.

What You'll Do

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Direct Nursing Care

Provide nursing services that support each person's individualized goals, health needs, and quality of life. Assess, monitor, and document changes in physical or mental health status. Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, the Nursing Practice Act, and Charles Lea Center policies.

Provide skilled nursing care including

  • Injections (excluding insulin)
  • Wound care
  • PEG tube feedings
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Other medically necessary treatments

Care Coordination

Attend medical appointments and advocate for individuals receiving services. Communicate significant health concerns and recommendations to Program Managers, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members. Complete health assessments, medication audits, and follow-up reviews. Participate in developing and implementing Individual Service Plans and health-related supports.

Training & Leadership

Train and support direct care staff on

Medication administration Adaptive equipment and assistive devices Health-related procedures and best practices Conduct medication pass competency evaluations and refresher training. Ensure proper documentation and compliance with applicable regulations and agency policies.

Person-Centered Support

Provide hands-on assistance when needed, including

Meals and feeding support Bathing and personal hygiene Dressing and grooming Mobility and transfers Recreational and rehabilitative activities Work collaboratively as part of the residential team to ensure individuals receive quality care and support.

On-Call Responsibilities

Provide on-call nursing support and guidance to residential programs. Respond to urgent medical concerns and make on-site visits when necessary. Assist with ensuring prescribed medications and treatments are implemented promptly.

Qualifications

Required

Current South Carolina LPN or RN license in good standing. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Ability to attend appointments and travel between residential locations as needed. Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills. Ability to work a flexible schedule and participate in an on-call rotation.

Preferred

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Experience in residential, long-term care, community-based, or behavioral health settings. Experience providing staff training and clinical oversight.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay: $30-$32 Full paid training to set you up for success

Outstanding benefits, including

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Free onsite wellness clinic

Work Environment: Primary duties may be conducted in a remote setting with the flexibility and ability to work at a specific CLC location as/if needed. CLC’s interdepartmental Remote Work Policy will apply. This position involved distribution of medications in a variety of settings which may require frequent walking. This position may also come in contact with patients who have contagious illnesses.

Physical

Requirements

This role involves regular standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and hands-on support. Reasonable accommodations are available.

Travel: Frequent travel via car within Spartanburg County to homes/apartments and other locations as needed.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to bring your skills and heart to a team that’s changing lives, we invite you to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. It only takes 3 minutes—and it could be the start of something truly rewarding.

Charles Lea Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process.

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You would work at Charles Lea Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina, in residential settings with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. Your days mix clinical work — PEG tubes, trachs, wound care, injections other than insulin — with ordinary…

On your path

Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

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