Student Nurse Extern

Job Responsibilities

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION: 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.

JOB PURPOSE: Under direct supervision of the registered nurse provides evidence-based nursing care, completes medication administration of specific oral and topical medications, monitors for medication adverse reactions/side effects, while performing daily basic nursing care skills to assist the licensed staff in the delivery of medical care within the medical clinic.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Under supervision of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner or physician, performs a wide range of clinical tasks related to patient care.

Conducts intake screenings and interviews for juveniles at the facility, to include the collection of health information, vitals, and laboratory specimens.

Under supervision of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner or physician, administers and accurately records the administration of medications to juveniles as directed by the Nursing Administrator, Nurse Manager, and/or designee.

Observes, records, and reports to the registered nurse symptoms, and conditions of juveniles that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions, or medication side effects.

Administers these medications and nursing treatments to include first aide care, as prescribed by the Physician in accordance with established policies and procedures of SCDJJ.

May assist with administrative and logistics functions for daily clinic operations.

Maintains supply levels and order supplies, ensures that the medical equipment is properly maintained and functioning accurately.

Attends all required meetings and trainings and performs other related duties as assigned to support the agency and its mission.

Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A high school diploma or GED and current enrollment in an accredited nursing school program pursuing a Registered Nurse (RN) degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and will graduate within twelve to twenty-four months after the completion of nursing fundamentals; or has graduated from nursing school and is pending NCLEX exam results.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Experience with electronic health records and knowledge of HIPAA preferred.

Ability to interact with patients, as well as collect and assemble information in a clear and concise manner.

Understand, execute, and convey oral and written instructions, carry out medical provider medication orders, communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Exercises judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying DJJ policies and procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff members, personnel in other departments, and the general public.

Subject to the possibility of physical assault, property destruction and infections. Must wear personal protective equipment to prevent infection. Primary work locations are the DJJ medical clinics located at all DJJ facilities in Richland, Union, and Dorchester Counties. This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation or recapture of youth 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.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license.

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.