Nurse Manager, Institutional/ Assistant Director of ...

Salary: $92,900.00 - $104,861.00 Annually Location : Richland County, SC Job Type: FTE - Full-Time Job Number: 185335 Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division: C.M. Tucker-Roddey Opening Date: 02/20/2026 Closing Date: 3/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code:: EA38 Position Number:: 60014911 Normal Work Schedule:: Other Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM), on call after hours. Weekends may be required. Pay Grade: CLN12 Hiring Range - Min.: $92,900.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $104,861.00 Opening Date: 02/20/2026 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 Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Nurse Manager, Institutional/ Assistant Director of Nursing who 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 SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, C. M. Tucker, Roddey Pavilion, 2200 Harden Street, Columbia, SC 29203. As the Assistant Director of Nursing, under supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON), you will plan, organize, and direct nursing activities for CM. Tucker-Roddey skilled nursing care facility. You will also assist DON and nurse leaders with daily operations of nursing and resident care. Responsibilities for the Nurse Manager, Institutional/ Assistant Director of Nursing: Make daily rounds to observe and evaluate resident care, ensuring regulatory compliance and standards with the Clinical Nurse Leaders/Charge Nurse. Review reportable and unusual occurrences daily for regulatory compliance. Take appropriate action to correct any deficiencies and confers with DON. Participate in on-call and on-floor coverage as needed. Assist nursing supervisors, clinical nurse leaders and director in planning work operations on a short/long term basis, setting priorities based on goals. Participate in interviewing and hiring staffing, assigning and reassigning work in all work units. Coordinate with PI Dept and Resource Nurse to ensure regulatory and facility education needs. Assist nursing supervisors and director in making changes to accommodate new and fluctuating goals, programs and needs of the residents. Review all staffing patterns, assigning and reassigning available staff to ensure resident needs are met. Participate in counseling/disciplinary actions regarding staff. Evaluate, supervise, and guide nurse managers/charge nurse in counseling/disciplinary actions of unit staff. Participate with considerable influence in establishing and evaluating nursing goals and standards. In the absence of the director, conduct staff meetings and represents the DON. Observe work operations and review written reports and charts to evaluate nursing services; change needed as a result of this review are coordinated with the DON. Participate in the budget process for the facility. Participate in committees as instructed. Adhere to policy and procedure, directives, and laws governing SCOMH, CMT and nursing practice. Function as CM Tucker project coordinator (Super User) for My Unity (Long-Term Care electronic health record). Coordinate with staffing coordinator on scheduling and time and attendance accountability. Minimum and Additional RequirementsA bachelor's degree and two (2) years' experience as a registered nurse, one (1) year of which must be nursing management experience; or an associate's degree in nursing and three (3) years' experience as a registered nurse, one (1) year of which must be nursing management experience. Licensed as a registered nurse by the State of South Carolina Board of Nursing. Additional Requirements Ability to assume 24-hour responsibility of assigned area. Preferred QualificationsBilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Additional CommentsPost hire, employees must: Be able to plan and direct the work of the nursing personnel. Have considerable knowledge of nursing policies and procedures and standard of care. 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 choicesState 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. 01 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)? Yes No 02 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. Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement. 03 Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited school of nursing and two (2) years of experience as a registered nurse, one (1) year of which must be nursing management experience, or an associate's degree in nursing and three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse, one of which must be nursing management experience? Yes No 04 Do you have a valid nursing license through the SC Board of Nursing? Yes No 05 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? Yes No 06 If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body. 07 Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open"). Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04