Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (#021924) Broad River CI, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

Published: 8/26/2026

Nurse Practitioner

Salary: $145,978.00 - $160,193.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 021924
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Mental Health/Substance Abuse Services
Opening Date: 08/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: EA55
Position Number:: 021924
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: CLN13
Hiring Range - Min.: $145,978.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $160,193.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Department of Corrections NOTE: This position is recruited through SCDC Careers site only; You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/scdc to be considered as an applicant for this position. 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 Employment@doc.sc.gov
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time: Monday-Friday (8:00am - 4:00pm) Hours/Week: 37.50Shift/Work Schedule: 02
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Under limited supervision of a SC licensed psychiatrist.

Provides advanced psychiatric/medical care for individuals and populations with complex nursing/medical and mental health needs.
Works independently with minimal supervision providing diagnosis and treatment according to protocols.
Establishes and monitors standards for clinical practice within SCDC.
Uses prescriptive authority.
Monitors medication.
Conducts psychiatric assessments.
Participates in treatment team and completes and records health histories of inmates.
Conducts suicide/crisis intervention assessments.
Performs all admissions procedures for a designated caseload of mentally ill patients, including appropriate family history and complete physical examination and completes psychiatric assessments.
Distinguishes between normal and abnormal findings.
Attends probate court hearings.
Orders diagnostic testing as appropriate, including radiologic and lab studies; accurately interprets findings.

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 at the master's level or doctoral level acceptable to the board to include clinical experience.

SCDC Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing at the master's level or doctoral level and certified as a nurse practitioner by the SC Board of Nursing or licensed in another state and eligible for licensure which must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
Must have 3 years of active clinical practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
Must have basic life support certification.

Preferred Qualifications
Correctional, community mental health center, or emergency psychiatric care experience is strongly preferred.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), 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.
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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Are you currently an employee of South Carolina Department of Corrections?

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)
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For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.
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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

Did you graduate from an accredited school of nursing at the master's level or doctoral level?

Are you certified as a nurse practitioner by the SC Board of Nursing or licensed in another state and eligible for licensure which must be obtained within 6 months of employment?

How many years of active clinical practice do you have as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nure Practitioner (PMHNP)?

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.

Do you have a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification?

Please provide the full expiration date of your BLS certification in MM/DD/YY format.
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Do you have correctional, community mental health center or emergency psychiatric care experience?

Required Question