Salary: $90,652.00 - $100,062.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 010263
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Training & Staff Development
Opening Date: 10/02/2026
Closing Date: 10/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA28
Position Number:: 010263
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: CLN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $90,652.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $100,062.00
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs.Shift/Work Schedule: 02

Job Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Division Director for Staff Development and Training.
• In-depth understanding of nursing practice, clinical assessments, IV therapy, phlebotomy, and adult learning techniques.
• Documentation standards; strong knowledge of medical-legal charting principles to teach clear, objective note-writing.
• Program management: Ability to organize, schedule, and run training programs for both state and 3rd party contract medical staff.
• Cross-department coordination: Ability to communicate and work effectively with wardens, security supervisors, healthcare staff, and agency leadership.
• Audit and review: Skill in evaluating training programs, auditing clinical records, etc.
• Must be able to model wellness and be physically fit to demonstrate practicals during training for trainer's courses, i.e. first aid, CPR/AED, etc.
• Plans conducts practical skills training and clinical evaluations for nursing staff during onboarding and annual reviews.
• Leads medical provider orientation on balancing independent judgement with facility security.
• Coordinates new nurse orientation and general medical onboarding alongside the division of health services.
• Acts as the agency's lead instructor for first aid, CPR/AED, BLS, respiratory protection and Narcan programs, certifies lieutenants across 21 facilities and staff development and training center to ensure consistent life-safety training.
• Teaches assigned medical, wellness and first aid modules in correctional officer basic, annual in-service and specialized academy courses, assist with clinical record audits.
• Tracks budget, ordering, and upkeep for medical training supplies, CPR mannequins, and simulation gear.
• Provide medical triage on academy grounds during incidents until EMS arrives.
• Resume highly recommended, not required.

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
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in nursing and one (1) year experience as a registered nurse.

OR

• An associate degree in nursing and three (3) years experience as a registered nurse.

• 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.
• Must be skilled in evaluating training programs, auditing clinical records, and conducting nurse orientation/practical skills training.

Additional Comments
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 be determined if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
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 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/ GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorates Degree
• None of the Above

04

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.
05

How many years of experience do you have as a Registered Nurse?

• Less than a year.
• 1 year, less than 2.
• 2 years, less than 3.
• 3 years, less than 4.
• 4 years, less than 5.
• 5 years, less than 6.
• 6 years, less than 7.
• 7 years, less than 8.
• 8 years, less than 9.
• 9 years, less than 10.
• 10 or more years.
• None.

06

Do you have an active nursing license in the State of South Carolina or qualifying compact state?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you currently possess a basic life support certification or can obtain within 30 days of hire?

• Yes
• No

Required Question