Attendant Care Nurse

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 11, 2026.

8:00am-4:30pm Monday – Friday
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position

Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Health and Human Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Low country, 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

South Carolina Retirement Yes

State Insurance Programs

State Insurance Programs Yes

Annual Leave Yes

Sick Leave Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Project Director, 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).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

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

• Capabl…