Registered Nurse (RN) #6000

Registered Nurse (RN) #6000

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Statewide, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

6000

Agency

Department of Corrections

Division

Health Services

Opening Date

06/05/2026

Closing Date

7/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement (specifics):

Day or Night Shift Available

Class Code:

EA22

Position Number:

6000

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Day or Night Shift Available

Pay Grade

CLN09

Hiring Range - Min.

$84,509.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$93,280.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Department of Corrections NOTE: This position is recruited through SCDC careers site only; you must apply online via the South Carolina State Jobs website, www.jobs.sc.gov. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to: Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649 Employment@doc.sc.gov

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

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

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services

(803) 896-8532

Employment@doc.sc.gov

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.

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.

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

Are you currently an employee of the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)

03

How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

04

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.

05

Did you graduate from an accredited school of nursing?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid Nursing license?

• Yes
• No

07

Nursing school graduation date?

08

In what state are you licensed as a Registered Nurse?

09

Nurse license number:

10

Nursing license expires?

11

Are you certified in Basic Life Support?

• Yes
• No

12

BLS certification expires?

13

How many years of professional level experience do you have as an RN?

• None
• Less than a year
• 1 to less than 2
• 2 to less than 3
• 3 to less than 4
• 4 to less than 5
• 5 to less than 6
• 6 to less than 7
• 7 to less than 8
• 8 to less than 9
• 9 to less than 10
• 10 years and above

14

Are you now, or have you ever been, enrolled in RPP?

• Yes
• No

15

Please select one, or more, institutions that you are interested in working in at SCDC.

• Allendale CI - Medium (Fairfax) Day Shift Only
• Camille Graham CI - Medium (Columbia) Night Shift Only
• Evans CI - Medium (Bennettsville)
• Leath CI - Medium (Greenwood)
• Turbeville CI - Medium (Turbeville) Day Shift
• Turbeville CI - Medium (Turbeville) Night Shift
• Broad River CI - Close (Columbia)
• Kirkland CI - Close (Columbia)
• Lee CI - Close (Bishopville) Night Shift Only
• Lieber CI - Close (Ridgeville) Day Shift
• McCormick CI - Close (McCormick)

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Corrections Address 4444 Broad River Road

Columbia, South Carolina, 29210

Phone 803-896-1649

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.