Details
- Department: Detention Center
- Salary: $69,000 - $74,000 (Depending on Experience)
- Announcement Date: 09/14/2026
Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
- Coordinates medical treatment of inmates with County medical providers. Ensures that prescribed medical treatment is administered correctly.
- Coordinates medical treatment with appropriate State agencies as needed (i.e. Mental Health, DHEC, etc.).
- Performs various medical tests as required: urine, blood, DNA, TB, etc.
- Acts as Infection Control Designated Officer for Detention Center.
- Maintains all medical records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
- Maintains proper inventory level of medical supplies.
- Administers inmate 14-day physical program as required by state and federal law.
- Administers immunizations to employees and inmates as needed.
- Maintains all certifications needed to perform job duties to include ongoing training as required by County medical providers.
- Monitors all activities within the medical department.
- Responds emergency situations which arise.
- Performs related work as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
High School Graduation or GED equivalent and Technical training and education required to maintain certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Five (5) years of LPN or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Our Total Compensation Package includes:
Compensation – competitive pay, based on qualifications
Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
SC State Retirement Plan/Pension
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability
Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Spending Account (MSA)
Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
13 Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Plus 2 Personal Days
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development/Training
Fairfield County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin. The department prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), or national origin.
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