Address
Form of workSalary: $66,892.00 - $123,763.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 162974
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Programs & Services
Opening Date: 03/19/2024
Closing Date: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: EA28
Position Number:: 60031289 (162974)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $8,500.00
Opening Date: 03/19/2024
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 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:
To supervise and participate in the provision of direct nursing care to juveniles receiving services from the Department of Juvenile Justice for a designated area in accordance with Health Services & Department protocols/standing orders and policies, the SC Nurse Practice Act, and accepted professional nursing standards.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides supervision and development of staff through training, encouraging personal and professional development, and monitoring work performance.
Ensures nursing coverage on 2 institutional dispensaries (up to 16 hrs./day, 7 days/wk.).
Collaborates with the Nurse Manager II for the Broad River Road Complex (BRRC) to maintain coverage for those areas.
Orients newly hired employees and nursing contract agency personnel.
Ensures compliance with various regulatory agency rules/regulations.
Monitors and evaluates quality and effectiveness of the nursing care provided to the juveniles; makes changes in the delivery of nursing services to improve those services.
Works collaboratively with the BRRC's staff to resolve day-to-day issues involving the juvenile's nursing/health care.
Provides active leadership in providing nursing services, Health Services and Department policies.
Monitors quality and effectiveness of nursing care and ensures appropriate utilization of the agency's electronic health record system.
Rotates nursing on-call duties.
Maintains an appropriate level of medications and supplies.
Prepares and maintains records and reports.
Participates in administrative and supportive activities by attending meetings, preparing reports and carrying out special assignments.
Participates in quality improvement activities conducted by Health Services.
Actively participates in the Performance-based Standards (PbS) activities.
Responsible for the health-related aspects of his/her area's Performance Improvement Plan.
Attends all required meetings and trainings.
Performs other related job duties as assigned to support the agency and its mission.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience. Licensure as a registered nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing and prevention of disease and injury.
Ability to establish & maintain satisfactory working relationships with all levels of personnel.
Ability to plan and organize work. Ability to delegate duties to nursing personnel.
Ability to establish confidence & cooperation of juveniles receiving services.
Must remain current in BLS.
Functions under the supervision of the Director of Nursing; annually scheduled performance review.
Follows Health Services, department, state, and federal guidelines; can establish policies & procedures that are particular to his/her area of responsibility.
Must have and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license.
May be required to travel within the state; overnight travel is rare.
Subject to possibility of physical assault, property destruction & infections.
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.
Must be able to respond capably to emergencies.
Must be able to work all shifts if the need arises.
May be required to work in an area other than regular/normal assignment.
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 youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
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) at the time of the interview.
Documentation must be an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or a 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.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in South Carolina; a bachelor's degree in nursing with 4 years of experience, 2 in a relevant clinical area (e.g., pediatric, medical-surgical, public health) and 2 years in an administrative/supervisory position; or an associate's degree in nursing or a diploma in nursing with 5 years of experience, 2 years in a relevant clinical nursing area and 3 years of experience in an administrative/supervisory position.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
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.
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.
01
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?
02
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.
03
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.
04
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.
05
How did you hear about this position?
06
If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name.
07
If you answered "Other", please tell us how you learned of this position.
08
Do you have a valid SC driver's license?
09
Are you at least 21 years old?
10
Did you graduate from an accredited school of nursing and have related nursing experience?
11
Did you have a bachelor's degree in nursing?
12
Do you currently have a valid license or compact license to practice nursing in South Carolina?
13
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?
14
Registered Nurse license number:
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 162974
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Programs & Services
Opening Date: 03/19/2024
Closing Date: 4/2/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: EA28
Position Number:: 60031289 (162974)
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $8,500.00
Opening Date: 03/19/2024
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 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:
To supervise and participate in the provision of direct nursing care to juveniles receiving services from the Department of Juvenile Justice for a designated area in accordance with Health Services & Department protocols/standing orders and policies, the SC Nurse Practice Act, and accepted professional nursing standards.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides supervision and development of staff through training, encouraging personal and professional development, and monitoring work performance.
Ensures nursing coverage on 2 institutional dispensaries (up to 16 hrs./day, 7 days/wk.).
Collaborates with the Nurse Manager II for the Broad River Road Complex (BRRC) to maintain coverage for those areas.
Orients newly hired employees and nursing contract agency personnel.
Ensures compliance with various regulatory agency rules/regulations.
Monitors and evaluates quality and effectiveness of the nursing care provided to the juveniles; makes changes in the delivery of nursing services to improve those services.
Works collaboratively with the BRRC's staff to resolve day-to-day issues involving the juvenile's nursing/health care.
Provides active leadership in providing nursing services, Health Services and Department policies.
Monitors quality and effectiveness of nursing care and ensures appropriate utilization of the agency's electronic health record system.
Rotates nursing on-call duties.
Maintains an appropriate level of medications and supplies.
Prepares and maintains records and reports.
Participates in administrative and supportive activities by attending meetings, preparing reports and carrying out special assignments.
Participates in quality improvement activities conducted by Health Services.
Actively participates in the Performance-based Standards (PbS) activities.
Responsible for the health-related aspects of his/her area's Performance Improvement Plan.
Attends all required meetings and trainings.
Performs other related job duties as assigned to support the agency and its mission.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience. Licensure as a registered nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing and prevention of disease and injury.
Ability to establish & maintain satisfactory working relationships with all levels of personnel.
Ability to plan and organize work. Ability to delegate duties to nursing personnel.
Ability to establish confidence & cooperation of juveniles receiving services.
Must remain current in BLS.
Functions under the supervision of the Director of Nursing; annually scheduled performance review.
Follows Health Services, department, state, and federal guidelines; can establish policies & procedures that are particular to his/her area of responsibility.
Must have and maintain a valid South Carolina driver's license.
May be required to travel within the state; overnight travel is rare.
Subject to possibility of physical assault, property destruction & infections.
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.
Must be able to respond capably to emergencies.
Must be able to work all shifts if the need arises.
May be required to work in an area other than regular/normal assignment.
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 youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.
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) at the time of the interview.
Documentation must be an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or a 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.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in South Carolina; a bachelor's degree in nursing with 4 years of experience, 2 in a relevant clinical area (e.g., pediatric, medical-surgical, public health) and 2 years in an administrative/supervisory position; or an associate's degree in nursing or a diploma in nursing with 5 years of experience, 2 years in a relevant clinical nursing area and 3 years of experience in an administrative/supervisory position.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days of sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
- Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave
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.
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.
01
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?
- Yes
- No
02
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.
- Yes
- No
03
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.
- Yes
- No
04
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.
- Yes
- No
05
How did you hear about this position?
- SC Government Website (careers.sc.gov)
- Career Fair
- SC Works
- Indeed.com
- DJJ Employee
- Other
06
If you answered "DJJ Employee" to the previous question please list employee's name.
07
If you answered "Other", please tell us how you learned of this position.
08
Do you have a valid SC driver's license?
- Yes
- No
09
Are you at least 21 years old?
- Yes
- No
10
Did you graduate from an accredited school of nursing and have related nursing experience?
- Yes
- No
11
Did you have a bachelor's degree in nursing?
- YES
- NO
12
Do you currently have a valid license or compact license to practice nursing in South Carolina?
- YES
- NO
13
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?
14
Registered Nurse license number:
Required Question
