State of South Carolina

Resource Nurse (RN) / Non-Institutional - Education, Training & Research (ETR)

$53,856 - $91,596 / year

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking Resource Nurses (RNs) who are 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 (BHDD) - Office of Mental Health-Education, Training and Research (ETR) Division- Crafts-Farrow State Hospital, Building 3, 7901 Farrow Road, Columbia, SC 29203.

As the Resource Nurse, working under the supervision of the Director of Education, Training and Research (ETR), plan, provide and evaluate educational programs for the staff of South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Office of Mental Health (SCBHDDOMH). Programs include orientation of new employees, on-going staff education and evaluation of staff competences. 

Responsibilities of the Registered Nurse:

  • Implement and teach educational offerings/programs for nursing, clinical and support staff to include New Employee Orientation and enter the data into the SCEIS database.
  • Conduct training on the Electronic Health Record used in Inpatient Services for all new nursing staff, teaching them how to navigate the system and write notes to meet regulatory and accrediting standards.
  • Design, develop, and revise course content for new employee orientation, continuing education and in-service to teach OMH employees to care for the patient population based on identified learning needs. This includes revision of the nursing curriculum and competency program to meet regulatory and accrediting standards.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of educational offerings/programs.
  • Conduct follow-up with newly hired nursing staff to help facilitate resolution of any educational issues or concerns that they may express.
  • Design and develop training programs for the Inpatient Services to meet special program needs.
  • Conduct orientation for student nurses who are affiliated with OMH and assist in recruiting efforts by providing insight and experience about being a nurse at OMH.
  • Consult with employees upon request regarding clinical and administrative issues. 
  • Complete all required annual trainings, attend assigned committee meetings and assist other trainers in performance of their duties as assigned or as time permits.
  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Licensed as a registered nurse by the South Carolina State Board of Nursing (some positions may require certification in Basic Life Support and/or possession of a valid driver's license.

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be able to move freely around the facilities/campuses.
  • Be able to stand, walk, reach, pull, stoop, bend, push, climb stairs and lift up to thirty (30) pounds.
  • May be required to work occasional off shift or weekends.
  • Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language are a plus). 

Post hire, employee must:

  • Have knowledge of nursing practices including theories and techniques, ability to teach structure programs.
  • Be able evaluate learning needs and competencies.
  • Have the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing..
  • Have the ability to work independently.
  • Be able to maintain a therapeutic and professional relationship with patients and staff.
  • Be able to work therapeutically with age-specific population.
  • Be flexible to work on all tours of duty when assigned.
  • Maintain certification in Child/Infant/Adult CPR with AED, First Aid, MANDT and MAPS.
  • Have the ability to work within the department of nursing philosophies and mission.  

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 *

*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.

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