Salary: $115,000.00 - $126,937.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 190722
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Midlands Regional Center
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: 7/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA55
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: CLN13
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Nurse Practitionerwho 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.
Under general supervision, provides primary medical care (acute and chronic) and treatment for individuals in the specialty area of Developmental Disabilities; assumes responsibility for providing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for intermediate level and critically ill patient patient caseload. This position will also provide medical input as part of the ID Team.

• Assumes responsibility for the management of care for assigned patient caseload within specialty areas of Family Practice and Developmental Disabilities. Evaluate patients' condition(s) make decisions regarding hospital admission and readmit patients when they return to a DDSN Regional Center. Diagnoses medical disorders and provides treatment as required to meet the health needs of consumers in assigned caseload. Documents medical status in SOAP format utilizing THERAP. Assist in coverage of other medical providers' caseloads as required.
• Prepares medical histories and examines new consumers admitted to a DDSN Regional Center. Performs annual physicals on all consumers in assigned caseload. Performs admission procedures, including appropriate family history and complete physical examinations; distinguishes between normal and abnormal findings; orders diagnostic testing including radiological and laboratory studies; accurately interprets findings.
• Determines a daily plan of care in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. Writes daily orders for fluids, medications, nutrition, and respiratory management; evaluates patient response to medical treatment and makes changes; documents progress of patients and writes discharge/death summaries. Quarterly progress notes will be completed and submitted on all consumers on nurse practitioners case load.
• Performs appropriate procedures including wound treatment and wound suturing as situations warrant. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings as required to address patient care. Monitors delivered care for the consumers.
• Participates with staff physicians on a flexible rotation basis providing medical coverage to consumers after hours, during holidays, and on weekends as per schedule. Provide on-call duties.
• Primary responsible or assists in the coordination of specialty clinics on campus including, but not limited to, neurology and psychiatry.
• Writes orders for medical/dental sedation and premeds as required.
• Reviews newly hired employees health records, tests, and immunizations.

The position for this posting is located at Midlands Regional Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Columbia, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and skill in assessment and management of physical and psychosocial health of persons, families and groups. Knowledge of physical and mental assessment skills for normal and high-risk patients. Knowledge of risk screening and developmental assessment tools. Knowledge of equipment for the care of patients in specialty area(s). Ability to interpret laboratory findings. Ability to incorporate explanations and health education into the care of assigned patients, staff and their families. Ability to design and conduct nursing research utilizing an extensive understanding of the research process. Ability to function as a role model for both nursing staff and student nurse practitioners. Ability to effectively use community resources to facilitate discharge planning for high-risk patients. Knowledge of the prescription and monitoring of psychotropic medications including the use in conjunction with medications to address physical diseases/conditions.

Additional Comments
Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position. Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resources for further information.
Supplemental Questions: 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 South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click 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
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan
  • State Optional Retirement Program

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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What is your highest level of education?

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Are you licensed as a Nurse Practitioner by the South Carolina Board of Nursing/Medical Examiners?

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Are you certified as an Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)?

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Do you have work related experience in a clinical, public health, or institutional setting?

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