Correctional RN: Flexible Shifts + Benefits & Impact

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking qualified registered nurses to staff multiple correctional clinic positions across several institutions. Responsibilities include medication administration, health screenings, documentation, and collaboration with other healthcare and security staff to meet inmate care needs.

Positions require SC nursing licensure, BLS certification, and compliance with agency policies. Shift differentials apply; benefits and state employee programs are available.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must have an active nursing license in the state of South Carolina or a qualifying compact state.
• Must have Basic Life Support certification or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document medication as ordered by the physician in the correctional setting.
• Conduct health screenings during sick call using approved standing orders or making appropriate MD referrals.
• Document all health care rendered on medical records.
• Assist in planning and coordination of nursing services required to meet the total health care needs of the patient.
• Transcribe all MD orders from medical records.
• Transfer medical records with appropriate documentation and medication at time of inmate transfer.
• Perform clinical treatments & procedures using universal precautions in all areas of practice.
• Maintain 40 hours of in-service education per year, including mandatory in-services and CPR certification.
• Provide emergency treatment to inmates and employees.
• Participate in employee health issues as directed, i.e., TB screening, Hepatitis B injections, flu injections, and post exposure assessment.
• Participate in chronic disease clinics.
• Collaborate with other correctional professionals to assure social, psychological and security needs of inmates are met.
• Collect and process lab specimens for transport to laboratory.
• Assist Physician as needed.

Skills

Active SC nursing license

BLS Certification

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

State of South Carolina is seeking qualified registered nurses to staff multiple correctional clinic positions across several institutions. Responsibilities include medication administration, health screenings, documentation, and collaboration with other healthcare and security staff to meet inmate care needs.

Positions require SC nursing licensure, BLS certification, and compliance with agency policies. Shift differentials apply; benefits and state employee programs are available.