RN Registered Nurse

Job Responsibilities This posting will be filling multiple positions at one of the institutions listed below. Base Pay with Institution Incentives Medium Institutions Allendale CI, Camille Graham CI, Evans CI, Leath CI, Turbeville CI $85,448.00 - $94,219.00 Close Institutions Broad River CI, Kirkland CI, Lee CI, Lieber CI, McCormick CI $85,917.00 - $94,688.00 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. Responsible to the Nurse Manager 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 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. Other duties as assigned. Filling multiple positions from this posting. Majority Of The Institutions Operate On The Following Shifts 6:00am - 7:00pm 6:00pm - 7:00am Shift Differentials $5.00 an hour on weekends $1.75 an hour on nights Minimum And Additional Requirements State of South Carolina minimum requirements: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr