Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #5000

South Carolina Department of Corrections; South Carolina; On-site; USD 56,237 - 62,318; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Corrections is seeking a registered nurse to provide clinical care in a correctional clinic, following medical plans, policies and orders. You will administer medications, document care, and support physicians as needed within a secure health setting.

Responsibilities include health screenings, maintaining records, and participating in inmate health education. A SC nursing license and BLS are required, with base pay ranging based on years of service and incentives.

Qualifications

• Completion of a registered nursing education program.
• Active nursing license in SC or a compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care per medical plans, policies, and orders in a correctional clinic.
• Administer and document medications as ordered by physicians.
• Maintain medical records documenting health care rendered.
• Assist physicians as needed and transcribe MD orders.

Skills

Nursing care

Documentation

Emergency response

Education

RN degree

SC license

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Responsible to the Registered Nurse for nursing care provided in a designated correctional clinic or specialized area in compliance with medical plans, policies, and orders for patient care and treatment. Duties include:

• Conduct health screenings during sick call using approved standing orders or making appropriate MD referrals.
• Administer and document medication as ordered by the physician in the correctional setting.
• Document all health care rendered on the medical records.
• Assist Physician as needed.
• 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.
• Maintain 40 hours of in-service education per year to include all 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.
• Collaborate with other correctional professionals to assure social, psychological, and security needs of the inmate are met.
• Assist in planning and coordination of nursing services required to meet the total health care needs of the patients in a 24 hour/7‑day week medical clinic.
• Collect and process lab specimens for transport to laboratory.
• Participate in inmate health education.

Other duties as assigned.

Filling multiple positions from this posting.

Base Pay with Institution Incentives

Medium Institutions – Turbeville CI: $56,237.00 – $62,009.00

Close Institutions – Kirkland CI, Lee CI, Lieber CI: $56,546.00 – $62,318.00

The salary amounts represent the minimum and maximum ranges based on years of current agency service plus incentive structures at SCDC. It is important to note that not all individuals may qualify for the highest tier of base pay adjustments and incentives.

Shift Details

Majority of the institutions operate on the following shifts:

• 6:00am – 7:00pm
• 6:00pm – 7:00am

Shift Differentials:

• $3.00 an hour on weekends
• $1.25 an hour on nights

Contact Information

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to: Recruiting and Employment Services [phone] [e-mail]

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina minimum requirements

Successful completion of a registered nursing education program for professional nursing or an equivalent course of study from a registered nursing education program per Section 40-33-32 of the South Carolina Nurse Licensure Act.

SCDC Minimum Requirements

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

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. 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.