Nursing Supervisor / BPH Adult
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Richland, SC 29675
Description:
Salary: $85,000.00 - $126,547.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175267
Agency: Department of Mental Health-Bryan Psychiatric and William S. Hall Hospital
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA28
Position Number:: 60018233
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work schedule will be discussed during interview.
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $85,000.00
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia, SC 29203
As the Nurse Supervisor, working under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, coordinates, implements and evaluates the Nursing Program on a designated Lodge/Area. Accountable for 24-hour Clinical management for assigned lodge/area.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirement: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience.
Agency Minimum Requirement: A bachelor's degree in nursing and three (3) years' experience as a Registered Nurse, one of which must be nursing management experience. Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the South Carolina State Boards of Nursing. Some positions may require certification in Basic Life Support and/or Basic/Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license.
Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have considerable knowledge of the principles, techniques and methods of psychiatric nursing. Ability to work within the departmental philosophy and mission. Must have effective communication skills, verbal and written, along with computer knowledge. Ability to work independently, make sound clinical and administrative decisions and judgements. Ability to maintain a therapeutic and professional relationship with patients and staff.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
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.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
02
Are you currently working at a SC State operated facility?
03
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.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
04
Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college/university and three (3) years' experience as a Registered Nurse, one of which must be nursing management experience.
05
Are you licensed as a Registered Nurse by the South Carolina State Boards of Nursing?
06
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?
07
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.
08
Do you currently work for a SC state facility as a contract employee or as a state employee?
09
How did you hear about our vacancy?
10
If you answered "Current DMH Employee" or "Other" for question above, please list name/source below:
11
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175267
Agency: Department of Mental Health-Bryan Psychiatric and William S. Hall Hospital
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA28
Position Number:: 60018233
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work schedule will be discussed during interview.
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $85,000.00
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia, SC 29203
As the Nurse Supervisor, working under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, coordinates, implements and evaluates the Nursing Program on a designated Lodge/Area. Accountable for 24-hour Clinical management for assigned lodge/area.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Functions as a Charge Nurse for assigned shift, may assume role of Nurse Supervisor (Area Manager) as assigned in his/her absence; supervises, instructs, and evaluates nursing personnel in the treatment and care of adult psychiatric patients including those who have co-occurring disorders and the maintenance of the therapeutic milieu according to DMH-DIS Policy and Procedures, Standards of Care, and age-specific criteria and interventions.
- Provides direct nursing care to patients by identifying obvious symptoms of physical and emotional illnesses through observations and record analysis; completes on-going nursing care assessment and formulates plan of care for each patient which includes patient education and discharge planning utilizing age specific interventions. Participates and provides supervision of the preparation and administration of patient medication; participates and continually monitors this process. Completes nursing assessments as needed.
- Supports and actively participates in the Nursing Performance Improvement activities.
- Participates, supports, and abides with SCDMH Employees Performance Management System and Standards of Disciplinary Action.
- Maintains clinical competency by attending and qualifying in all mandatory training classes as assigned. Attends at least 20 hours of training per year in addition to all mandatory.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirement: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience.
Agency Minimum Requirement: A bachelor's degree in nursing and three (3) years' experience as a Registered Nurse, one of which must be nursing management experience. Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the South Carolina State Boards of Nursing. Some positions may require certification in Basic Life Support and/or Basic/Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license.
Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have considerable knowledge of the principles, techniques and methods of psychiatric nursing. Ability to work within the departmental philosophy and mission. Must have effective communication skills, verbal and written, along with computer knowledge. Ability to work independently, make sound clinical and administrative decisions and judgements. Ability to maintain a therapeutic and professional relationship with patients and staff.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Six Weeks for mother per year/Two Weeks for partner per year)
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
Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
- Yes
- No
02
Are you currently working at a SC State operated facility?
- Yes
- No
03
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.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
- Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
04
Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college/university and three (3) years' experience as a Registered Nurse, one of which must be nursing management experience.
- Yes
- No
05
Are you licensed as a Registered Nurse by the South Carolina State Boards of Nursing?
- Yes
- No
06
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?
- Yes
- No
07
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.
08
Do you currently work for a SC state facility as a contract employee or as a state employee?
- Yes
- No
09
How did you hear about our vacancy?
- SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
- Simply Hired
- Indeed
- College/Alumni Career Services Center
- Friend/Relative
- Current DMH Employee
- Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.
10
If you answered "Current DMH Employee" or "Other" for question above, please list name/source below:
11
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
Required Question