Attendant Care Nurse

Posting Details

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Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number RTF00120PO26 USC Market Title Registered Nurse Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156297 Business Title (Internal Title) Attendant Care Nurse Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division School of Medicine Columbia Department SOMC Center for Disability Resources Anticipated Hiring Range $80,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

• Standard working schedule: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position Staff Time-Limited (STL) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Health and Human Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating health services in specialized nursing care areas for training and certification for the Attendant Care Project with the Center for Disability Resources, School of Medicine, University of South Carolina. Independently assesses, determines, and certifies participants or representatives for self-directed care or representative-directed care and evaluates attendants' ability to provide safe and participant-specific care. Provide training as appropriate. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to USC/DHHS compliance policies, procedures, and regulations. This position is established in support of service/training activities.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 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.
• Requires a Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) tuberculin skin test unless a previously positive reaction can be documented, no more than 90 days prior to employment (or documented annual testing)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing, or Bachelor's degree in nursing and 2 years' experience. Or diploma from an accredited school of nursing and 3 years' experience.
• Experience as a registered nurse in public health, hospital, or long-term care setting working with people with disabilities, children with chronic physical health conditions, and/or who are aging/elderly.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of professional nursing principles, clinical assessment, and safe patient care practices in community-based settings
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and program regulations (e.g., SCDHHS and related programs)
• Skill in independently assessing participant needs and determining appropriate care and service arrangements
• Skill in developing and delivering individualized and group training based on participant-specific conditions
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and clinical standards to complex situations using independent judgment
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders

Job Duties

Job Duty

Observes participants and designated attendants in the actual performance of care and confirms the suitability of the participant-attendant match to ensure effective and safe care delivery. Certifies participants/representatives' capability to supervise the attendant, the attendant's ability to perform, and the participant's specific services.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Receives client referrals, and according to specified timelines. makes telephone contact. training and certifications of participants, representatives, and attendants.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty

Makes phone calls and/or home visits upon request to re-evaluate participant/representative and attendant match. Assists with problem resolution as needed.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Establishes an effective work environment and maintains an adequate working file system, specifically, a file for each participant documenting all contacts, home visits, evaluations, certifications completed or denied, and follow-ups in accordance with contract and project procedures. Provides complete and accurate information to the ACP Central Office in Columbia, where the master files are maintained.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Maintains effective communication with Community Long Term Care (CLTC), Head and Spinal Cord Injury (HASCI), Intellectual Disability and Related Disability (ID/RD), and Medically Complex Children (MCC) area offices (using email, telephone, or mail as required). Provides all required notifications to CLTC/HASCl/ID/RD and MCC personnel within specified timelines, and other communications as needed to provide services.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Maintains effective communication with the ACP Project Director. Provides administrative documentation, performance data, reimbursement, and other materials to ACP Central Office according to specified timeframes.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty

Assists the Licensed Practical Nurses within the Attendant Care program with the transition to the Medically Complex Children initiative.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty

Recruits potential attendants in geographical areas served. Develops training materials and provides training to attendants.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty

Develops educational handouts on specific diagnoses for participants/representatives and attendant providers.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category Non-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 07/01/2026 Position End Date Job Open Date 05/28/2026 Job Close Date 07/01/2026 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 July 1, 2026.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/207006 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in a job-related field and 2 or more years of job-related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have Licensure as a Registered Nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you acknowledge that a Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) tuberculin skin test must be completed within 90 days prior to employment, unless a previously positive result or documented annual testing is provided?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter