S.C. Department of Public Health

We are the South Carolina Department of Public Health. Our name may have changed, but our commitment to protecting, promoting and improving the health and well-being of everyone in South Carolina is stronger than ever. With a people-first approach guiding all that we do, DPH's vision is healthy people living in healthy communities. Learn more about who we are: https://lnkd.in/eyQaij6u

In preparation for the Great American Smokeout (Nov. 21), we invite you to join our Upstate community engagement team and partners for a free webinar tackling youth vaping. The webinar is Nov. 13 from 3:30-5 p.m. Speakers and topics are: —"Resources for Youth & Schools," Misty Lee, DPH  —"We Need to Just Say Something," Philip Clark, Just Say Something  —"Beyond the Smoke: Unmasking Vaping Technologies," Jessica Gibson, Behavioral Health Services Pickens County; Sabrina Bryson, senior at Liberty High School  —"Behind the Smokescreen," Allen Easler, Cornerstone    Register here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g_iK6nHq

🌟 We're Hiring on our Healthcare Quality Team! 🌟  Join our Healthcare Quality team, as we are recruiting for multiple Healthcare Quality Inspector/Investigators and Healthcare Quality Inspector/Investigator Supervisors to conduct inspections, surveys, and investigations of healthcare facilities. This position ensures compliance with established standards! In these roles, you'll supervise field staff, provide training on inspection techniques, and evaluate licensed activities to identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions. You will also serve as the primary link between field staff and the Division Director, preparing summary reports and representing the Division when needed!  We offer competitive pay and great benefits, along with opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field. If you're ready to make a difference, apply today: https://lnkd.in/efHcdx4K #SCCareers #jobs

We hope you had a happy and safe Halloween! The DPH team had a spook-tacular time getting into the spirit with creative costumes and festive office decor. We love bringing a little fun to our workday!

This week’s #FeatureFriday goes out to our recent Healthcare Quality (HQ) Star Performers! The HQ team works hard to promote patient and resident safety in South Carolina. To highlight those who go above and beyond to embody this commitment, HQ recognizes a Star Performer each month. They are chosen at random after being nominated by a peer or supervisor. Meet our most recent HQ Star Performers from July, August, September and October: —Terika Curney, Program Manager I for the Bureau of Nursing Homes & Medical Services, was nominated twice in July for her can-do spirit and willingness to go the extra mile. “She always has a smile and is an excellent, patient trainer. She walks you step by step through the process and is never in a hurry to complete a task. Her willingness to allow you the time to learn. Her ability to make learning interesting and fun,” said one of her nominators. —JoMonica Taylor, Director of Community Services Section for the Bureau of Hospitals, Community Services & Emergency Management, was nominated in August for being an excellent team player in encouraging facilities to complete their 2023 Joint Annual Reports, leading to a 91% completion rate. —Natasha Sharpe, MHA, Program Manager I for the Bureau of Nursing Homes & Medical Services, was nominated in September for her ability to spot problems and solve them quickly and gracefully. “We continue to uncover areas that need attention but your 'get-it-done' behavior and 'we-can-do-it' attitude is greatly appreciated," said her nominator. —Dustin Ransdell, Investigator IV, Community Services Section, was October's Star Performer. He was recognized for his remarkable thoroughness, attention to detail, and passion for his work. “Dustin ensured that all our questions were answered comprehensively, providing clarity and insight at every turn. His dedication to the residents was evident; one resident even recognized him by name and expressed genuine excitement upon seeing him,” his nominator said. Thank you for your dedication to healthy people living in healthy communities, and keep on shining, HQ Star Performers! ✨

DPH is #hiring an Emergency Medical Services Trauma Manager to direct the statewide trauma program, EMS for Children Program and Time Sensitive Emergencies Program, ensuring compliance with relevant rules and regulations. This position involves supervising staff, overseeing inspections and certifications and managing trauma allocation and distribution. The role also includes program development, collaboration with other healthcare sections and participation in disaster preparedness and emergency response as an essential employee. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/ed_FYiEt #SCCareers #jobs

Shenicka McCray, MSN, RN, Assistant Director of Nursing in the Bureau of Professional Practice, has been with DPH (formerly DHEC) for nearly 25 years. In her Q&A, she shares some insights about what brought her here and why she has stayed. Public health nursing provides opportunities to truly make a difference in patients’ lives, she shared. "Many need the services we provide and offer, and often times they would not receive these services if we weren't here," Shenicka said.  Read the full Q&A here: https://lnkd.in/eR8meTUb Interested in becoming a DPH public health nurse? Find open positions at dph.sc.gov/careers!

Flu season is here, which means it’s time to safeguard your health. The flu is a serious, contagious respiratory illness that can cause fever, cough, muscle aches, fatigue and more. It can lead to severe complications, especially for young children, adults over 50, pregnant individuals and those with chronic conditions. DPH and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that everyone 6 months and older get a flu shot. By vaccinating, you help prevent flu-related illness and hospitalizations. Find a DPH flu vaccine clinic near you: https://lnkd.in/edbK-h7Y

It is National Health Education Week, so we're introducing you to our incredible health educators for #FeatureFriday! DPH has over 50 health educators working in an array of services across the agency. The work they do is instrumental to improving the overall health and wellbeing of South Carolina residents! Effective health education improves a community’s health status, enhances quality of life, reduces premature deaths and reduces healthcare costs. Our health educators are devoted to working with local communities to empower them to make healthy sustainable changes Thank you to all of DPH’s health educators!

DPH is #hiring a Virology and Rabies Laboratory Specialist. This role involves performing temperature checks on specimens received for testing, accessioning and categorizing specimens, and entering patient and wastewater data into the LIMS system and Excel spreadsheets. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining records for COVID, wastewater and other disease pathogens, as well as packaging testing supply kits to support outbreak investigations. Flexible hours are available.     Apply today: https://lnkd.in/ezh-izxs     #SCCareers #jobs