Geriatric Program Manager, (#012661) Medical Support, Columbia (RICHLAND)
Geriatric Program Manager, (#012661) Medical Support, Columbia (RICHLAND)
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USD 97137 - 97137
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Job Description
Job Responsibilities
- Develops implements and manages the geriatric program.
- Assist with screening eligible inmates to participate in the hospice and palliative care program.
- Generate a health education/training program for inmates that have been selected to participate in the hospice and palliative care program.
- Develop and implement innovative strategies for endoflife and geriatric care to include those diagnosed with dementia as the IR demands for healthcare become increasingly complicated.
- Make site visits to specific locations where certified hospice care inmates provide assistance to ensure compliance with program standards.
- Collaborates with other correctional professionals to assure medical social psychological and security needs of the geriatric inmates are met.
- Maintain appropriate documentation for analytical and statistical purposes.
- Serves as the backup coordinator for medical furloughs and medical parole.
Resume preferred but not required.Questions regarding the application process this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:Minimum and Additional Requirements
- State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources).
An associates degree in nursing and one (1) year experience as a registered nurse including one (1) year supervisory nursing experience.
Must have an active nursing license in the state of South Carolina or qualfying compact state. Must have basic life support certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in geriatric care/nurse to include experience with dementia and/or hospice care/nursing is 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. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to be determined if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
