Assistant Director of Nursing (#012979) On-Site Medical, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Posting number: 012979

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: Health Services

Job classification: Nurse Manager, Institutional

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Corrections, Health Services, Management, Nursing, Organizational Development, Health Education, Health Sciences, Health Care Support, Medical

• Monitors, advises, and audits the nursing operations of the assigned institutions, ensuring appropriate and effective utilization of staff.
• Conducts routine visits to assigned institutions, audits documentation, completes and submits routine reports for the division of nursing.
• Supervises the Health Care Authorities (HCAs) of the assigned institutions, including monitoring leave and attendance and ensuring coverage in the absence of the HCA.
• Serves as the responsible authority of additional institutions in the absence of the other assistant directors of nursing and/or the Division Director of Nursing as needed.
• Recruits, interviews, verifies licensure and credentials, and approves hiring and promotion of qualified staff, directs orientation, staff development, and nursing supervisory plans.
• Assists in developing, implementing, and measuring quality assurance programs for the Division of Nursing.
• Assists in developing new policies and procedures and the review of existing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Conducts biweekly meetings with HCAs and Head Nurses (HNs).
• Attends biweekly meetings with Division Director of Nursing and monthly statewide supervisor meeting with Division Director of Nursing.
• Serves on committees and assists with special projects as designated by the Division Director of Nursing and/or the Chief Medical Administrator.

Resume Preferred, but not required. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:Recruiting and Employment Services

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience.

• A bachelor’s degree in nursing and six (6) years' experience as a registered nurse.

• An associate's degree in nursing and eight (8) years' experience as a registered nurse.
• Two (2) years of nursing management experience required.
• 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 hire.

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.

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.