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Posting Summary

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Posting Number
RTF00190PO26

USC Market Title
Registered Nurse

Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156299

Business Title (Internal Title)
Poison Center - Nurse

Campus
Columbia

Work County
Richland

College/Division
College of Pharmacy

Department
COP South Carolina Poison Center

Anticipated Hiring Range
$69,913-$104,870

Location of Vacancy
Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
37.5

Work Schedule

• Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position
Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis
12 months

Job Search Category
Other

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Poison Center Nurse for the South Carolina Poison Center provides professional nursing assessment, triage, consultation, and follow-up services to healthcare professionals and the public regarding poison exposures and drug information. Under general supervision, this position applies established toxicology protocols and nursing judgment to assess exposure risk, provide care recommendations, and support appropriate patient outcomes. The primary goal of the position is to deliver accurate, timely, and evidence-based poison management guidance that supports patient safety and public health.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent emergency room or critical care experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to communicate medical information to health care professionals and to the public over the telephone under crisis circumstances is essential.
• Knowledge of basic data entry and documentation necessary.
• Capable of making immediate and accurate professional decisions in providing information and consultations.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Provide Poison Exposure Assessment and ConsultationRespond to poison exposure and drug information inquiries from healthcare professionals and the public to promote safe and appropriate patient care. Utilize established clinical protocols, toxicology resources, and nursing judgment to assess exposure severity, recommend treatment or referral, and determine need for follow-up. Conduct follow-up calls as appropriate to monitor patient progress and outcomes.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
50

Job Duty

Maintain Accurate Clinical DocumentationDocument consultations, assessments, recommendations, and follow-up activities in the poison center electronic data management system to ensure accurate records, regulatory compliance, and continuity of care. Review entries for completeness and accuracy in accordance with quality standards.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Support Clinical Operations and Training
Assist in orienting and guiding student assistants and poison information providers in the use of protocols and documentation procedures to ensure consistent service delivery and adherence to center standards.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

Participate in Quality Assurance and Research Activities
Participate in case review, data collection, and quality improvement initiatives to support ongoing evaluation and enhancement of poison center services. Assist with research or scholarly activities as assigned.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

Maintain Professional Competency
Maintain current nursing licensure and required continuing education. Stay informed of developments in toxicology and emergency care to ensure provision of current and reliable information.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category
Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Job Open Date
08/18/2026

Job Close Date
09/16/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 16, 2026.

Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/211821