Registered Nurse II - MEC

Salary : $56,210.00 - $104,000.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 170728

Agency : Department of Juvenile Justice

Division : Programs & Services

Opening Date : 11 / 01 / 2024

Closing Date : 11 / 15 / 2024 5 : 00 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement : No

Class Code : : EA22

Position Number : : 60031946 (170728)

Normal Work Schedule : : Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other) : : 8 hours (AM schedule) - varied shift & shift differential available

Pay Band : Band 7

Hiring Range - Min. : $79,243.00

Opening Date : 11 / 01 / 2024

EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : : You must apply online at www.careers.sc.gov and follow the status of your application online.

Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

About Us :

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

NEW STARTING SALARY

$79,243

$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS*

WE OFFER VARIED SHIFTS AND SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL PAY

EVENING SHIFTS AVAILABLE (3 : 00 P.M. - 11 : 00 P.M.)

Job Purpose :

To provide direct nursing care to juveniles receiving services at a Department of Juvenile Justice secure facility in accordance with Health Services and Department protocols / standing orders and policies, the SC Nurse Practice Act, and accepted professional nursing standards.

Job Duties :

Safely administers and documents medications and treatments as ordered by a physician, dentist, nurse practitioner, or another nurse (when such medications or treatments are written in accordance with approved standing orders or protocols).

Ensures follow-through of physician / dentist / nurse practitioner orders, including delegation of tasks to licensed practical nurse, medical assistant, and / or certified nursing assistant, making necessary appointments and arrangements for off-campus consultations, procedures, surgery, etc.

Uses an electronic health record system to maintain documentation of each encounter with a juvenile.

Maintains a safe and sanitary environment and follows basic infection control practices.

Relieves a Health Care Coordinator as needed.

Assesses the medical and health needs of juveniles during sick calls and formulates, implements, and evaluates the plan of care in accordance with standing orders and protocols.

Refers to an appropriate higher level of health care provider when needed.

Provides health education to the juveniles as needed.

Assists the physician when he / she sees patients; participates in developing plans of care as appropriate.

Collects a variety of specimens for ordered laboratory tests.

Provides nursing care to juveniles admitted to the Infirmary.

Conducts periodic routine health assessments of the juveniles.

Actively participates in orientation, training, and education of other nursing staff.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Agency Requirements :

Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in South Carolina.

A bachelor's degree in nursing or an associate degree in nursing,

Special Requirements :

Licensure as a registered nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina. Some positions require certification in Basic Life Support and / or Basic / Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license.

Note : If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.

Salary may vary depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates must present documentation of their attainment of a college degree(s) during the interview.

Documentation must be an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or Letter of Verification of Degree from the institution's Registrar's Office.

If the candidate selected for the position provided an unofficial copy, it must be replaced with an official copy on or before the HR processing date.

Additional Requirements :

Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing and prevention of disease and injury.

Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with all levels of personnel.

Ability to establish priorities and carry out assignments.

Ability to establish the confidence and cooperation of juveniles receiving services.

Must remain current in BLS.

Functions under the supervision of a Nurse Administrator / Manager I or II; annually scheduled performance review.

Follows department, state, and federal guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Must have and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license.

Must wear personal protective equipment to prevent infection.

Must have a phone or pager that DJJ can use to contact for urgent or emergent situations.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of juveniles within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with juveniles within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice.

Additional Comments

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers.

Applications are accepted until 5 : 00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment.

Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment.

A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes :

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

WE OFFER VARIED SHIFTS AND SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL PAY

EVENING SHIFTS AVAILABLE (3 : 00 P.M. - 11 : 00 P.M.)

Sign-On Bonus : Agencies may give sign-on bonuses to individuals recruited to critical needs jobs at the beginning of their employment with the agency.

Bonuses cannot be offered or given to employees moving from other agencies by transfer, promotion or demotion. Sign-on bonuses are limited to one per employee, per year.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options;

and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.

For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

I understand that I will accept an initial duty and workday / shift assignment, which may be changed to meet the needs of DJJ.

If selected for this position, are you available to rotate shifts, i.e. nights, days, weekends, holidays, on-call?

I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice is an equal opportunity employer. DJJ does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other employment aspects based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, or national origin.

Any acts you feel are in violation, please get in touch with the Office of Human Resources, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC (803) 896-5607.

I understand that the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice's School District also does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age.

The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school district's nondiscrimination policies : Title IX - Inspector General's Office - 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC 29210-5427 - Ph : 803-896-9595;

Special Education Office, 220 Executive Center Drive, Columbia, SC I have read and fully understand DJJ's position concerning the law.

I understand that SCDJJ will not hire or promote anyone who may have contact with residents and shall not enlist the services of any contractor who may have contact with residents who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.

S.C. 1997); has been convicted of engaging in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse;

or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described above.

How did you hear about this position?

• SC Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
• Career Fair
• SC Works
• DJJ Employee
• Other

If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name.

If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please tell us how you learned of this position.

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Are you at least 21 years old?

Do you have an associate degree in nursing, or a diploma in nursing with at least two years of nursing experience in a relevant clinical area (e.

g., pediatric nursing, medical-surgical nursing, public health nursing)?

Did you have a bachelor's degree in nursing?

Do you currently have a valid Registered Nurse License?

In which state are you licensed as a Registered Nurse? if your license is not from South Carolina, is your license considered a compact or multi-state license?

Registered Nurse license number :

Required Question