Nurse Practitioner - Anderson, SC, United States - State of South Carolina

Description

Salary: $81, $150,585.00 Annually

Location : Anderson County, SC

Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time

Job Number: /164558

Agency: DHEC-PH-Region-Upstate

Opening Date: 05/01/2024

Closing Date: 5/12/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:: EA50

Position Number:: /164558

Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band: Band 9

Hiring Range - Min.: $81,388.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $115,986.00

Opening Date: 05/01/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be uploaded for review but will NOT substitute for completing any section of the application. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

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

Job Responsibilities

Careers at DHEC: Work that makes a difference

Make a Change
• Make an Impact
• Join Upstate DHEC

Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity

Under general supervision of the Lead APRN, provides preventive health (family planning and sexually transmitted disease) services to males and females under approved written protocols with collaborating physicians. Establishes and monitors clinical practice in area of specialization. Works with DIS team and community partners to provide mobile and on-site PH services in the Upstate Region as needed.

Job Duties:

• Population Focused Care to assess the health of male and female patients seeking preventive health services in the health department and community settings per program policy and protocols.
  
• Performs examinations, including physical and screening for psychosocial problems per program policy and protocols.
  
• Provides care for patients at risk or with complex reproductive health needs and refers appropriately.
  
• Develops contraceptive plans including insertion and removal of LARCs; Develops treatment plans for identified health problems according to protocols & refers patients as appropriate.
  
• Participates in disaster preparedness during hazardous weather or declaration of emergency as outlined in the DHEC Emergency plans, to include staffing of shelters on site or in other areas of the state.
  
• Works with DIS team and community partners to provide mobile and on-site PH testing and treatment services to patients within the community to include but not limited to local city and county detention centers.
  
• Provides confidential follow up per agency and program policies and procedures.
  
• Population Focused Education by providing in-depth education regarding health care issues to individuals, families and groups in the health department and community settings.
  
• Teaches, counsels, and monitors the treatment regimen in selected populations, including but not limited to, incarcerated individuals.
  
• Participates in an emergency or disaster as outlined in the DHEC Emergency Plans. During such times, the incumbent should regard himself/herself as being on 24-hour call and subject to duty when such events occur and/or are anticipated to occur.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: Licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina (Board). Graduation from an accredited school of nursing at the master's level or doctoral level acceptable to the Board to include clinical experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: Masters in nursing (MN) or Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) and current certification with accepted credentialing board; current licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Additional Comments

EEO: SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Applicants needing an accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for an accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control offers an exceptional benefits package for temporary grant positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Primary Member, Spouse, and Children (must average at least 30 hours a week to be eligible)

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• State Retirement Plan and


• REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote may be available after six (6) months of employment for approved positions

This position is part of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control's (Division/Bureau). The work performed supports DHEC's mission to improve the quality of life for all South Carolinians by protecting and promoting the health of the public and the environment. Effective July 1, 2024, this position will transfer to the South Carolina Department of Public Health created by Senate Bill 399 which provides for the creation of the Department of Public Health to assume the public health-related functions of DHEC.

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

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 or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

02

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a current or prior DHEC employee?

• Yes
• No

04

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a ten (10) year driving record. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

05

DHEC employees are required to participate in disaster preparedness during hazardous weather or declaration of an emergency. This involves being subject to duty and or call on a 24-hour basis. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

06

All new employees who are healthcare providers will be required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. Are you willing to receive these vaccines or provide documentation of immunity?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have a Master's Degree in Nursing?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you a RN and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the South Carolina Board of Nursing?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you able to provide proof of prescriptive authority in SC with employment or able to obtain upon hire?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you trained to insert/remove contraceptive intrauterine devices?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you trained to insert/remove contraceptive implants?

• Yes
• No

12

How did you hear about this position?

• State NeoGov Website
• LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook
• Employee Referral/Agency Recruiter
• College Job Board
• External Job Board (SC Works, Indeed, Association)
• DHEC Career Fair
• Other

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