Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

The Detention Center is located at the Moss Justice Center and is a two-building facility. The Detention Center Main Building is a 621-bed direct supervision facility that opened in March of 1995. The Detention Center Annex is a 256-bed direct supervision facility that was formerly known as the York County Prison. The York County Sheriff’s Office obtained custody of the York County Prison in July of 2021 and merged all operations under the York County Detention Center. The Detention Center is charged with holding individuals who have been arrested by various law enforcement agencies in York County and held until they post bond, are ordered released by a court, or are transferred to a state institution after court sentencing. In addition, the Detention Center is charged with holding individuals who are sentenced to less than 90 days and/or all sentences through Family Court. The Detention Center also houses inmates for the U.S. Marshal Service and Immigration and Customs Enforcement under an agreement that provides compensation to the county.

Mission Statement for The Detention Division:  The York County Detention Center is committed to operating a facility that is secure, accountable, fair, and effective.

To accomplish our mission, the York County Detention Center will maintain a positive atmosphere for both incarcerated individuals and staff through the provision of:

• A safe and secure environment for inmates and staff
• A facility that is cost-effective
• A professionally trained staff
• Positive and safe physical surroundings
• A variety of well-balanced programs that are conducive to appropriate inmate behavior
• A system to provide for the nutritional and physical well-being of the inmate population

It is the intention of the York County Detention Center that inmates shall leave the facility no worse physically, emotionally, or psychologically than when they entered.

The York County Detention Center is committed to the operation of a facility that will meet state standards and to the preservation of basic human rights for the inmate population under the Constitution of the United States of America.

We are excited to hire a full-time, non-exempt LPN within the York County Sheriff's Office Detention Division.  The purpose of this position is to administer a variety of routine and emergency medical care, first aid treatments for inmate and staff as needed.

Projected Salary Range/Pay Grade 115: $24.79 - $38.42 per hour. ($51,568.12 - $79,920.69 annual). Salary is determined based on qualifications.

Work Schedule:  Candidate will be required to work twelve-hour shifts to include holiday and weekend shifts. Currently, the day shift runs from 6 AM to 6 PM and the night shift from 6 PM to 6 AM.  Once hired, shift will be scheduled for straight days or straight nights to work two consecutive shifts, followed by three days off, and then the cycle is three consecutive shifts, followed by two days off.

This position is open until filled with review of applicants weekly.  Applicants should monitor email for next steps of the application process. If you wish to find out more about a career at the York County Detention Center, email Sgt. Hewitt at Michael.Hewitt@yorkcountygov.com 

Our Total Compensation Package:  

• Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
• Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Parental Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 
• 11 Paid Holidays 3 Optional Holidays 
• Longevity Pay
• SC State Retirement Plan Pension 
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Expanded Sick Bank
• Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
• Wellness Screenings
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs assessments on inmates by doing the following tasks: initial booking, sick call and physicals.
• Assists nurses and physicians with exams as necessary: performs general nursing duties such as administering medications, collecting blood, urine and other body samples and vital signs, administering TST injections.
• Attends training, meetings, seminars, etc. as necessary to enhance job knowledge.
• Charts all sick call contacts, assessments, physicals, doctors’ calls, mental health calls, and dental calls.
• Administers medication as ordered.
• Prepares for and assists with doctor calls, mental health calls and dental calls.
• Responds to all medical emergencies involving inmates and staff.
• Performs lab draws and labs procedures as ordered by doctor.
• Keeps supervisor and officers informed of daily incidents and activities.
• Manages inventory of medical supplies and instruments.
• Performs related work as assigned.
  

Education and Experience:

• Vocational or Technical Degree with an emphasis in Nursing.
• One (1) year of nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid state driver’s license is preferred.
• Must possess LPN License, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Pharmacy Technician certifications. 
• May require additional professional or technical certifications as deemed necessary by management.
  

Physical Demands:  Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office or shop machines or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):  Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. 

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  • Radiation; Disease/pathogens.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance:  York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses:  May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

Salary : $51,568 - $79,921