Nurse Practitioner, Non-Institutional (Anderson)

Published: 9/4/2026

Nurse Practitioner

Salary: $105,000.00 Annually
Location : Anderson County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 192141
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Mental Health Center
Opening Date: 09/01/2026
Closing Date: 9/15/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA50
Position Number:: 60023769
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: CLN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $105,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $105,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
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 SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner, Non-Institutional 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.
This position is located at the BHDD - Office of Mental Health, Anderson Mental Health Clinic, 1 Linwa Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621.
As a Nurse Practitioner, Non-Institutional, under general supervision, you will provide psychiatric services to patients of the Anderson-Oconee-Pickens Mental Health Center providing subsequent Psychiatric Medical Assessment (PMA) services on a routine or emergency basis to include psychiatric assessment/evaluation, medication management, medication administration and treatment planning. Services will be provided in a culturally sensitive manner. Four (4) days per week in the Child & Adolescent Program and Clinic and one (1) day per week in the Adult Program.

Responsibilities for the Nurse Practitioner, Non-Institutional:

Provide subsequent psychiatric/medical services (PMA-APRN) to children and adolescents including psychiatric assessment and prescription of medication within the AOPMHC locations where indicated but primarily at the Child and Adolescent Clinic and the Anderson County Adult Clinic. Provide services both on a scheduled and emergency basis. Act as resource consultant to all professional staff for specific patient problems, unusual and difficult cases, including Medication Administration and services to Medication Management only (MMO) patients.
Document services to Quality Assurance Standards. Maintain compliance with Federal, State and Local Compliance Laws.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A master's degree in nursing, licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse from the South Carolina Board of Nursing and five (5) years of work experience with mental health population. Applicants must provide evidence of this required experience with the mental health population on your application and resume.
Must have Prescriptive Authority.

Additional Requirements

Must qualify for credentialing and privileging as a Nurse Practitioner, Non-Institutional and in accordance with quality assurance standards in accordance with quality assurance standards and with concurrence by BHDD - Office of Mental Health Quality Management.
This position requires the ability to bend, stoop, climb, drive from location to location, lift and file.
This position could be considered essential. Therefore, the employee in this position may be asked to report to work even if the Center is closed in the event of an emergency.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must have:

Knowledge and skill in assessment and management of health of persons, families and groups. Knowledge of physical and psychosocial assessment skills. Knowledge of risk screening and developmental assessment tools. Knowledge of equipment for the care of clients in specialty area(s). Knowledge of community resources to assist in planning and referral for chronic or specialized care. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and human pathologic processes in order to formulate differential diagnoses and develop accurate assessments and plans. Knowledge of pharmacology necessary for prescribing and monitoring of medications.
Ability to interpret laboratory findings, reports of radiological studies, and results of other common diagnostic tests. Ability to incorporate appropriate explanations and health education into the care of assigned clients and their families. Ability to function as a role model for both nursing staff and student nurse practitioners. Ability to perform minor procedures per written protocols. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to monitor and evaluate quality of clinical practice and implement changes as needed. Ability to function as an effective team member.
Routine supervision provided by supervisor, psychiatrist and monthly consultation groups.
Employee's activities are governed by AOPMHC and BHDD policy and procedure.
Be able to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification.

This position is considered essential and may be called back during crises/disasters/emergencies.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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 Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

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

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
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 Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

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.

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Are you currently licensed in South Carolina as an APRN?

Do you have prescriptive authority in South Carolina?

If you answered yes to the previous question, can you provide proof of prescription authority in South Carolina upon an offer of employment?

Do you graduate from an accredited college/university for your master's degree in nursing?

Please list the name of the accrediting entity for your master's degree.
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Are you currently or have you been excluded or sanctioned from participating in the Medicaid and/or Medicare Programs?

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?

Please give a detailed statement to include specific dates to demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of work experience with the mental health population.
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Do you have experience with an electronic health/ medical records?

Are you familiar with the DSMV?

Are you agreeable to working 4 days per week in Child & Adolescent Services and 1 day per week in Adult Services?

Please include a copy of your master's degree transcript and resume with this application.

I have included a copy of my master's degree transcript and resume with this application.

Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open"). For applicants with no prior state employment experience as a Nurse Practitioner, NI, the hiring range would begin at $105,000.
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