Attendant Care Nurse

University of South Carolina Floyd School of Medicine; South Carolina; On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina in Columbia seeks an Attendant Care Nurse to provide direct nursing care under general supervision, following nurse-driven protocols and medical guidance. This role supports evaluation, screenings, treatment plans, referrals, education, and preventative care, including diagnostic tests.

It contributes to expanded research activities in the disability resources program. The position requires a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of nursing experience with SC RN

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2+ years of job related experience.
• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) skin test unless documented positive within 90 days prior to employment or annual testing.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Observe participants and attendants to assess safety and service delivery.
• Process referrals and coordinate required assessments, training, and certifications.
• Conduct telephone assessments and home visits for continued suitability and compliance.
• Maintain comprehensive participant records per standards and contracts.
• Coordinate with ACP Central Office and program leadership for reporting and compliance.
• Liaise with external stakeholders to ensure timely services are delivered.

Skills

Individualized training

OSHA training

Compliance policies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a job related field

Job description

Posting Summary

Posting Details

• Posting Number RTF00214PO26
• USC Market Title Registered Nurse
• Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156409
• Business Title (Internal Title) Attendant Care Nurse
• Campus Columbia
• Work County Richland
• College/Division School of Medicine Columbia
• Department SOMC Center for Disability Resources
• Anticipated Hiring Range $80,000
• Part/Full Time Full Time
• Hours per Week 37.5
• Work Schedule
  • Standard working schedule: 8:00 am-4:30 pm
  • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
• Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
• Basis 12 months
• Job Search Category Health and Human Services

About USC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

• South Carolina Retirement Yes
• State Insurance Programs Yes
• Annual Leave Yes
• Sick Leave Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Under general supervision, provides direct nursing care to patients. Provides care through nurse-driven protocols and medical provider guidance and directions. Assists providers with evaluation, health screenings, treatment plans, referrals, education, emotional support, and preventative care. Duties include providing diagnostic tests and treatment modalities. Ensures positive patient care outcomes are achieved. Works with other members of the healthcare team, family, and/or caretakers to provide compassionate care to the patient. Ability to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.

Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Requires a Purified Protein Derivative ( PPD ) tuberculin skin test unless a previously positive reaction can be documented, no more than 90 days prior to employment (or documented annual testing).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and have at least 2 years experience as a licensed registered nurse in a public health, hospital or long term care setting working with persons with disabilities and/or who are aging/elderly
• 2 years experience with the Attendant Care Project

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Capable of providing individualized training for the participants, representatives and attendants. Must be capable of providing group training.
• Must meet OSHA requirements for bloodborne pathogen training.
• Serving several counties of South Carolina A state vehicle is provided.
• Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to USC / SCDHHS compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Job Duties

• Observes participants and designated attendants in the actual performance of care and independently evaluates the suitability and effectiveness of the participant-attendant match to ensure safe and appropriate service delivery. Certifies the participant/representative’s ability to supervise services, evaluates the attendant’s ability to perform required care, and assesses participant-specific service needs. Identifies service delivery, safety, compliance, and operational concerns and recommends corrective action or escalation when appropriate. Monitors assigned cases for adherence to program standards, contractual requirements, policies, and established procedures. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 25
• Receives and independently processes client referrals within established timelines. Initiates participant, representative, and attendant contact; coordinates required assessments, training, and certification activities; and monitors completion of program requirements. Provides technical assistance regarding program policies, documentation standards, service requirements, and participant/attendant responsibilities. Identifies barriers that may delay service initiation and coordinates with appropriate internal and external stakeholders to facilitate timely resolution. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 15
• Conducts telephone assessments and/or home visits to reassess participant/representative and attendant arrangements and determine continued suitability, effectiveness, and compliance with program requirements. Evaluates complex service-delivery concerns, facilitates problem resolution, identifies potential participant safety or program compliance risks, and recommends corrective actions. Coordinates follow-up activities and escalates significant issues to program leadership when necessary. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 15
• Establishes and maintains comprehensive participant records documenting contacts, home visits, evaluations, certifications, denials, follow-up activities, and program actions in accordance with contractual and project requirements. Reviews documentation for completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with established standards. Identifies documentation deficiencies and coordinates corrective action. Provides accurate program information and required documentation to the ACP Central Office for maintenance of official records and monitoring of program compliance. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 10
• Maintains effective communication with the ACP Project Director and Central Office. Compiles, reviews, and analyzes administrative documentation, performance information, reimbursement materials, and program data. Identifies trends, discrepancies, service gaps, or operational concerns and provides information and recommendations to program leadership. Ensures required reports and supporting documentation are submitted accurately and within established timeframes. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 10
• Serves as a program liaison with Community Long Term Care ( CLTC ), Head and Spinal Cord Injury ( HASCI ), Intellectual Disability and Related Disability (ID/RD), Medically Complex Children ( MCC ), and other external stakeholders. Coordinates participant and service-delivery matters, provides technical assistance regarding program requirements, facilitates resolution of operational issues, and ensures required notifications and actions are completed within established timelines. Maintains communication necessary to support continuity and quality of participant services. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 10
• Coordinates with Licensed Practical Nurses and other program personnel in the implementation and continued operation of the Medically Complex Children initiative. Monitors transition and service activities, identifies barriers or operational concerns, provides technical assistance, and assists with developing and implementing procedures to support consistent service delivery and program compliance. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 5
• Identifies and recruits potential attendants within assigned geographic service areas. Develops, updates, and delivers standardized training materials and educational resources for attendants. Provides guidance regarding program expectations, participant-specific responsibilities, documentation requirements, and service standards. Evaluates training needs and recommends modifications to improve understanding, consistency, and service quality. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 5
• Researches and develops educational materials related to participant diagnoses, care needs, and program services for participants, representatives, and attendant providers. Evaluates program processes and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, compliance, and quality of service delivery. Assists program leadership with implementation of procedural changes, new initiatives, special projects, and program enhancements. Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 5

Position Attributes

• Hazardous weather category Non-Essential
• Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No

Posting Detail Information

• Number of Vacancies 1
• Desired Start Date 10/16/2026
• Position End Date 10/15/2027
• Job Open Date 09/17/2026
• Job Close Date 09/24/2026
• Open Until Filled No

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.