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Location : Anderson County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 152722
Agency: Department of Mental Health-DIS Harris Psychiatric Hospital
Opening Date: 12/21/2023
Closing Date: 1/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA22
Position Number:: 0000EA22
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 7
Opening Date: 07/31/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work schedule will either be 7:00AM-3:30PM, 3:00PM-11:30PM or 11:00PM-7:30AM, possible combination including weekends.7:00am-8:30pm and 6:00pm-7:30am are also available.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED
*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Patrick B. Harris Psychiatric Hospital, 130 SC-252, Anderson, SC 29621.
As the Registered Nurse, working under general supervision, you will plan for and provide nursing care for adult patients, ages 18 and above, with responsibility for assessment of nursing needs and the delegation of selected assignments for care to non-licensed nursing personnel. This position will apply a higher level of knowledge in age-specific criteria and interventions appropriate for effective and therapeutic interaction with psychiatric patients including those who have diverse backgrounds, disabilities and co-occurring disorders. In this role you will also relieve Nurse Managers as appropriate and may work as a Charge Nurse when a Permanent Charge Nurse is not available.
This job posting is intended to fill any vacant Registered Nurse position(s) within Harris Psychiatric Hospital.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Agency Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in Nursing; or a diploma in Nursing; or an associate's degree in Nursing. Must be licensed by the South Carolina State Board of Nursing.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.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in nursing and one (1) year experience; or a three (3) year diploma and one (1) year experience; or an associate's degree in nursing and one (1) year clinical experience in psychiatric, geriatric or medical-surgical nursing, as appropriate to the mission of the employing facility.
Additional Comments
This position requires flexibility in your work hours to include weekends and holidays coverage.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
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.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
02
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
03
Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
04
Do you have a bachelor's degree in Nursing; or a diploma in Nursing; or an associate's degree in Nursing?
05
Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in nursing and one (1) year experience; or a three (3) year diploma and one (1) year experience; or an associate's degree in nursing and one (1) year clinical experience in psychiatric, geriatric or medical-surgical nursing, as appropriate to the mission of the employing facility?
06
Do you have a valid license issued by the South Carolina State Board of Nursing?
07
Are you willing to work at an in-patient facility which serves mentally-ill adults?
08
What two shifts best fit your schedule (7:00AM-3:30PM, 3:00PM-11:30PM or 11:00PM-7:30AM)?
09
Do you have the ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, stoop, bend and climb at least two (2) or three (3) flights of stairs?
10
Do you have the ability to consistently lift up to fifty (50) pounds?
11
For the Department of Mental Health, have you ever been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?
12
If yes, provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by that board or body, and your current status with that board or body.
13
From where did you learn of this employment opportunity?
14
If you answered "Referral from current DMH Employee" for question above, please list name below:
15
If you answered "Other" for question #13, please indicate from where below:
16
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable").
Required Question
Location : Anderson County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 152722
Agency: Department of Mental Health-DIS Harris Psychiatric Hospital
Opening Date: 12/21/2023
Closing Date: 1/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA22
Position Number:: 0000EA22
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 7
Opening Date: 07/31/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work schedule will either be 7:00AM-3:30PM, 3:00PM-11:30PM or 11:00PM-7:30AM, possible combination including weekends.7:00am-8:30pm and 6:00pm-7:30am are also available.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED
*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Patrick B. Harris Psychiatric Hospital, 130 SC-252, Anderson, SC 29621.
As the Registered Nurse, working under general supervision, you will plan for and provide nursing care for adult patients, ages 18 and above, with responsibility for assessment of nursing needs and the delegation of selected assignments for care to non-licensed nursing personnel. This position will apply a higher level of knowledge in age-specific criteria and interventions appropriate for effective and therapeutic interaction with psychiatric patients including those who have diverse backgrounds, disabilities and co-occurring disorders. In this role you will also relieve Nurse Managers as appropriate and may work as a Charge Nurse when a Permanent Charge Nurse is not available.
This job posting is intended to fill any vacant Registered Nurse position(s) within Harris Psychiatric Hospital.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Agency Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in Nursing; or a diploma in Nursing; or an associate's degree in Nursing. Must be licensed by the South Carolina State Board of Nursing.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.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in nursing and one (1) year experience; or a three (3) year diploma and one (1) year experience; or an associate's degree in nursing and one (1) year clinical experience in psychiatric, geriatric or medical-surgical nursing, as appropriate to the mission of the employing facility.
Additional Comments
This position requires flexibility in your work hours to include weekends and holidays coverage.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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
Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
- Yes
- No
02
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
- Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
03
Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a bachelor's degree in Nursing; or a diploma in Nursing; or an associate's degree in Nursing?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in nursing and one (1) year experience; or a three (3) year diploma and one (1) year experience; or an associate's degree in nursing and one (1) year clinical experience in psychiatric, geriatric or medical-surgical nursing, as appropriate to the mission of the employing facility?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have a valid license issued by the South Carolina State Board of Nursing?
- Yes
- No
07
Are you willing to work at an in-patient facility which serves mentally-ill adults?
- Yes
- No
08
What two shifts best fit your schedule (7:00AM-3:30PM, 3:00PM-11:30PM or 11:00PM-7:30AM)?
- Day Shift (7:00AM-3:30PM)
- Evening Shift (3:00PM-11:30PM)
- Night Shift (11:00PM-7:30AM)
09
Do you have the ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, stoop, bend and climb at least two (2) or three (3) flights of stairs?
- Yes
- No
10
Do you have the ability to consistently lift up to fifty (50) pounds?
- Yes
- No
11
For the Department of Mental Health, have you ever been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?
- Yes
- No
12
If yes, provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by that board or body, and your current status with that board or body.
13
From where did you learn of this employment opportunity?
- SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
- Simply Hired
- Indeed
- College Career Services Center
- Friend/Relative
- Referral from current DMH Employee
- Other (commercials, billboards, etc.) - Please specify.
14
If you answered "Referral from current DMH Employee" for question above, please list name below:
15
If you answered "Other" for question #13, please indicate from where below:
16
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable").
Required Question
