About the Department

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner Institutional, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203.

THIS IS A MEDICAL (NON-PSYCHIATRIC) NURSE PRACTIONER POSITION

As the Nurse Practitioner Institutional under the supervision of the Medical Director, Medical Chief of Forensic Inpatient Services and assigned Physician Collaborator, you will provide direct patient care in the Forensics Program. Assist in the organization and monitoring of the evaluation and treatment of the Forensics Inpatient Hospital consistent with the mission of OMH. Plan, direct and execute delegated medical care activities for Forensic patients including the prescription of medication, pursuant to approved written protocols developed in collaboration with a physician preceptor.

Responsibilities for the Nurse Practitioner Institutional include:

Collaborate with the supervising Non-Psychiatric Medical Chief Physician and attending Psychiatrist to provide medical treatment to patients in Forensic Inpatient Facility. Assist in the creation on a therapeutic milieu to meet patient's needs. This includes, but is not limited to, the admission history and physical examination, evaluation of new complaints, and coordination of indicated consultations and ancillary evaluations. Those activities are accomplished with required supervisory contact.
Medically manage an assigned caseload of patients and devise/coordinate monitoring protocols for labs, imaging and medical problems to improve quality of care.
Collaborate with disciplines regarding adequate medical care and appropriate medical referrals. Maintain medical records as required by Bryan Psychiatric Hospital Forensic Services and OMH policies.
Comply with all SCBHDD-OMH and Forensic policies & procedures. Completes all mandatory training annually to include SCEIS modules, CPR and MANDT.

Position Duties

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with clinical experience.
Graduate from an accredited schoolof nursing a master's degree in nursing.
Require a nursing license and official recognition by the Board as a Nurse Practitioner practicing in the extended role and authorized for prescriptive authority in South Carolina.

Additional Requirements

The employee must be flexible in regard to work environment and travel.
Must be able to work with repetitive unusual patient behaviors. Including but not limited to combative, threatening, acting out and unpredictable violence.
Must be able to lift minimum of 50 lbs.; may be required to lift more during times of emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Other Qualifications

Post hire, employees must:

Be able to work independently, exercising judgment and seeking guidance on an "as needed" basis.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), 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. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS )
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP )

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

Benefits

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.

Supplemental Questions

Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

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.

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Did you graduate from an accredited school of nursing with a master's degree and clinical experience?

Do you have a valid nursing license through the SC Board of Nursing and official recognition by the Board of Nurse Practitioner practicing in the extended role and authorized for prescriptive authority in South Carolina?

Have you 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?

If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.

Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: State of South Carolina
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Address: 400 Otarre Parkway

Cayce, South Carolina, 29033
Phone: OIDD - (803)898-9600

OMH - (803) 898-8600

Forensics Nurse Practitioner, Institutional (Bryan Hospital)