Program Associate Jobs in Duncan, SC (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $59,350.00 - $65,508.00 Annually
Location : Spartanburg County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189458
Agency: School for the Deaf and the Blind
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 10/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To apply, please submit an application on-line.
Class Code:: EA18
Position Number:: 61019285
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Night Shift, Sunday through Thursday
Pay Grade: CLN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $59,350.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $65,508.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Provide direct care to students, including but not limited to medication, first aid, and emergency medical assistance. Provide nursing assessments, treatments, medication, and medical care to all students as needed for routine and acute visits. Maintain satisfactory medical records by recording and reporting of student symptoms, reactions, and progress through analysis of student records. Report pertinent medical information regarding students to the school physician and/or Nursing Administrator.
Dispense medication and other treatments necessary, including arranging appointments and follow up visits with the school's Medical Director and/or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Prepare medications and paperwork for field trips and delegate the administration of medication, when appropriate and as allowed by state law, to an approved Unlicensed Assistive Personnel. Perform other related nursing duties as assigned or required. Coordinates the organization of documentation as directed by DHEC, Medicaid, and SCSDB Policies Procedures. Create and maintain Individualized Health Plans (IHPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and satisfactorily completes other documentation required for compliance of health care regulations. Provides supervision and instructs other medical professionals and para professionals in the treatment or care of the students. Serves as the liaison between school health services, parents, physicians and other related medical disciplines.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing program (Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree). Must have a current SC RN license issued by the State Board of Nursing and three years of full-time nursing experience. Knowledge of school nursing practice, and DHEC requirements related to schools, preferred. Considerable knowledge of the principles and practice of nursing; ability to follow detailed instructions of a technical nature; ability to prepare and present educational programs to non-medical and medical personnel; and ability to make decisions and perform work independently. Must have good computer skills. Must be able to develop, foster and promote good interdisciplinary relationships with nurses, teachers, dorm staff, parents, physicians, etc. Verbal and written communication and presentations must be clear, professional, and grammatically correct. This position may require communication modalities dependent upon employment placement.
Additional Comments
If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (i.e., copy of BA Degree, high school diploma, college transcripts) and if applicable licensure/and or certification (i.e., nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driver certification).
This position serves our Residential students. Come join our team of special School Nurses who are an important part of our village - taking care of students from ages 5 years old to 20! State benefits and a school schedule with holidays, spring break and summers off are just an added bonus!
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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H75 Have you graduated from an accredited nursing program (Associate or Bachelor's degree)?

• Yes
• No

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H75 Are you currently licensed as a Registered Nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina?

• Yes
• No

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H75 Do you have at least three (3) years of full-time nursing experience?

• Yes
• No

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H750 Have you previously been employed by the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind?

• Yes
• No

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H75 - Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, when and what agenc(ies)?
Required Question