Direct Support Professional I (Full-Time)
July 8, 2023
About Our Agency The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe,…
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Diaper Drive Thru in Clinton on Tuesday July 11
July 5, 2023
The next Diaper Drive Thru will be held on Tuesday, July 11 from 4 – 6 pm in Clinton in the Victory Worship Center Parking Lot (at intersection of Highway…
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Prisma Health Provides Safety Tips Ahead of the Fourth of July
June 27, 2023
Independence Day is just around the corner, and many people plan to gather for cookouts or shoot off fireworks. Prisma Health wants to make sure you spend this holiday making…
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SCETV and the South Carolina Hospital Association announce partnership to engage South Carolinians in healthcare careers
June 20, 2023
The South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) and South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) are pleased to announce a momentous partnership aimed at revolutionizing healthcare communication and education in the…
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Lander, Technical College System Sign Transfer Agreement for State’s Nursing Student
June 12, 2023
Now, students who have earned their associate’s degree in nursing at any one of South Carolina’s technical colleges have a seamless pathway to their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)…
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Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy Graduates 41 at 10th Annual Hooding Ceremony
May 8, 2023
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy held its 10th hooding ceremony Friday, sending 41 new doctors of pharmacy into the first stage of their professional careers. One word seemed to…
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Laurens County Hospital Temporarily Shifting Labor and Deliveries to Patewood Hospital
May 5, 2023
Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital will temporarily shift labor and deliveries to Prisma Health’s Patewood Hospital beginning Monday, May 8. The pause is because of a short-term shortage of OB/GYN…
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Do What You Love: Nathan Bridges Completes BSN Degree with Lander’s RN-BSN Completion Program
May 2, 2023
After earning a degree in business, former Lander University baseball player Nathan Bridges spent his first few years out of college working in the accounting field. But in 2018, after…
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Prisma Laurens Hospital Hosting Onsite Hiring Event May 4
May 1, 2023
Prisma Laurens County is holding a job fair and want you to share your talent with them. The in-person hiring event will be held on Thursday, May 4 from 9…
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Regional Hospice & Palliative Care Provider Announces New Name
April 27, 2023
Hospice of Laurens County Will Continue Serving the Community as VIA Health Partners Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region (HPCCR), and Hospice of Laurens County, announce their official name change…
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Helicopter Unveiling Event Shows Off Newest Air Medical Asset in Laurens County
April 26, 2023
LifeNet and Prisma Health hold unveiling event to highlight expanded air medical service in Upstate South Carolina A life-saving helicopter is flying over Laurens County thanks to a new air…
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Caregiver
April 11, 2023
Elite Home Care is seeking enthusiastic caregivers in the Laurens, SC area!! Elite Home Care, LLC is a non-medical in-home care company that specializes in helping seniors and adults with…
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Life Line Screening at Westminster Presbyterian Church on April 17
April 11, 2023
Life Line Screening assesses nearly 1 million people each year for risks of stroke and cardiovascular disease. According to their website, for 4 out of 5 people who have a…
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Hospice of Laurens County – More About Living Than Dying
April 5, 2023
For most of us, the word hospice conjures up thoughts of “end of life” and dying with dignity and minimal pain. At Hospice of Laurens County, it’s less about dying…
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Prisma Health announces Julian Kim, MD, as new Cancer Institute president
March 31, 2023
Julian Kim, MD, has been appointed president of the Prisma Health Cancer Institute. In this role, he will oversee the health care system’s comprehensive cancer program which is the largest…
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New rankings show healthiest and least healthy counties in South Carolina
March 29, 2023
Beaufort County ranks the healthiest in South Carolina and Allendale is the least healthy county in the state, according to new County Health Rankings data from the University of Wisconsin…
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SCbio names 11 life science leaders from across state to Board of Directors
March 27, 2023
Fiduciary and Operations Board members span state and industry segments, provide unique blend of expertise to lead for fast-growing industry Five years after undertaking a complete relaunch of the state’s…
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Elite Home Care, Day Centers and Transportation – Laurens
March 21, 2023
Elite Home Care and Day Centers offers award winning, professional, and DHEC certified care throughout South Carolina. Whether it’s in-home care, Adult Day Care, or transportation needs for seniors, young…
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Dr. Abigayle Campbell, PharmD, BCPS Named SCSHP 2022 Young Pharmacist of the Year
March 7, 2023
Dr. Abigayle Campbell, PharmD, BCPS, daughter of Angela and Curtis Campbell of Clinton, was recently named The South Carolina Society of Health-System Pharmacists (SCSHP) 2022 Young Pharmacist of the Year.…
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LifeNet Expands Air Medical Service with New Base in Laurens County
March 3, 2023
A trusted name in air medical service is ready to answer the call when residents of Laurens County and beyond need emergency care. LifeNet 7 opened on Wednesday, March 1 in…
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Prisma Laurens Hospital to Host Job Fair March 2
March 1, 2023
Prisma Laurens County is holding a job fair and want you to share your talent with them. The in-person hiring event will be held on Thursday, March. 2 from 9 a.m.-2…
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Pharmacy Technician
February 6, 2023
Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy is hiring a part-time pharmacy technician for the PC Community Care Pharmacy. This pharmacy serves the free clinic population in Laurens County and is located…
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Prisma Health announces Matt Elsey as new CFO
January 27, 2023
Matt Elsey, CPA, has been appointed to Prisma Health’s corporate leadership team as executive vice president and chief financial officer. Elsey, a native of Michigan, brings more than 25 years…
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Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital Included in Money Magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s 2022 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care List
December 14, 2022
Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital is one of four Prisma Health facilities included in Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s 2022 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care list. Nine hospitals in…
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PC Pharmacy School Flu Shot Clinic for Underinsured/Uninsured Individuals
November 28, 2022
The Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy will host a flu shot clinic on Thursday, December 1st at no charge to underinsured or uninsured patients. The Flu Vaccine Clinic will be held…
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SCBIO 2023 Life Sciences Conference Expects Record Gathering, Over 30 Speakers in Charleston; Early Registration Now Open
November 14, 2022
With the COVID-19 pandemic receding and America’s economy surging, the largest life sciences conference in Palmetto State history will convene February 21-23 in Charleston to address how South Carolina and…
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PC to Host Blood Drive
November 4, 2022
Donating blood saves lives. Presbyterian College in partnership with The Blood Connection, will host a blood drive at Springs Student Center, Monday, November 7th. The blood drive will be held…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson opposes CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine recommendation for children
October 21, 2022AG Wilson calls on ACIP to reject adding COVID-19 vaccine to the list of childhood immunizations and the VFC South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined other attorneys…
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Clemson University bioengineers win two national titles at Collegiate Inventors Competition
October 18, 2022
A team of Clemson University bioengineering students that has been winning accolades for its novel medical device triumphed in its biggest national test so far, taking first place in the…
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Four Prisma Health hospitals recognized on Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care
October 10, 2022
Baptist Hospital and Baptist Parkridge Hospital in Columbia, Laurens County Hospital in Laurens and Tuomey Hospital in Sumter were included in Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s Best Hospitals for…
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Prisma Health Invests $5 Million and Partners with Five S.C. Colleges to Help Counter Critical Nursing Shortage
October 3, 2022
To help combat the state’s critical nursing shortage, Prisma Health will invest $5 million in a pilot nursing recruitment program at five S.C. universities or colleges – Clemson University, the…
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Laurens County Hospital In-Person Hiring Event October 19
September 25, 2022
Laurens County Hospital is hiring! On Wednesday, October 19 Laurens County Hospital will hold an in-person hiring event from 9 am – 3 pm. Come to the event and meet…
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Prisma Health introduces innovative medical exam kits that give patients access to critical monitoring tools at home
August 24, 2022
With a new diagnostic tool that pairs with smartphones, Prisma Health patients can now send detailed medical information like heart or lung sounds or video of ears and throats to…
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Martha Franks Retirement Community Offering Free CNA Classes
August 21, 2022
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) have the ongoing opportunity to improve the quality of life of individuals every day. Do you have compassion and a caring heart? Are you willing to…
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Hospice House Nursing Assistant
August 10, 2022
About Hospice of Laurens County: Hospice of Laurens County was the first hospice to open in Laurens County and has continued to be a leader in hospice care in the…
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Hospice RN
August 10, 2022
About Hospice of Laurens County: Hospice of Laurens County was the first hospice to open in Laurens County and has continued to be a leader in hospice care in the…
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Hospice Nursing Assistant
August 10, 2022
About Hospice of Laurens County: Hospice of Laurens County was the first hospice to open in Laurens County and has continued to be a leader in hospice care in the…
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Hospice of Laurens County
August 10, 2022
Hospice of Laurens County was the first hospice to open in Laurens County and has continued to be a leader in hospice care in our community. Hospice of Laurens County…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson joins multistate letter urging Google not to censor crisis pregnancy centers from search results
July 21, 2022AG Wilson promises legal action against Google should they discriminate against crisis pregnancy centers in search results and other tools South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson today sent a multistate…
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Ascend Cares Foundation Gift Will Light the Way for EMT Students
July 16, 2022
The Ascend Cares Foundation recently donated $4,000 to the Piedmont Technical College Foundation (PTC) to enable the purchase of three King Vision™ Video Laryngoscope Kits. The state-of-the-art kits will be…
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South Carolina Officials Announce Infestation of Asian Longhorned Ticks, Ask Public to Help Limit Spread of Tick-Borne Diseases
July 8, 2022
South Carolina public health and livestock officials have recently identified a large population of Asian longhorned ticks infesting a pasture at a cattle farm in York County. This invasive species of…
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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson confirms state’s Fetal Heartbeat Law now in effect
June 27, 2022South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson confirms that the state’s Fetal Heartbeat Act is now in effect after the U.S. District Court of South Carolina stayed the injunction that was…
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Laurens County Hospital In-Person Hiring Event June 22
June 20, 2022
Laurens County Hospital is hiring! On Wednesday, June 22 Laurens County Hospital will hold an in-person hiring event from 9 am – 3 pm. Come to the event and meet…
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Clemson University awarded $3.2 million to contribute to development of blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease
June 15, 2022
Clemson University is seeking healthy older adults to volunteer for the Preventing Alzheimer’s with Cognitive Training (PACT) study. This landmark study examines whether computerized brain training exercises can reduce the…
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Lander Nursing Recognizes 2022 Graduates
May 11, 2022
Lander University’s William Preston Turner School of Nursing held its annual academic awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 3. Two members of the graduating class received hoods, signifying their completion of…
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PTC and UofSC Join Forces to Boost Cardiovascular Technology Workforce
May 11, 2022
A new partnership between Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) aims to strengthen heart healthcare and the workforce that supports it. Officials from PTC and…
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Lander, Self Regional Healthcare Honor Inaugural Self Scholars
May 11, 2022
Coming from a manufacturing background, Self Regional Healthcare’s Vice President of Human Resources Brent Parris said he used to think of his job in terms of making widgets. His perspective…
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Medical Freedom Bill Signed into Law in South Carolina
May 2, 2022
Last week Governor Henry McMaster signed South Carolina House bill 3126 into law the legislation dealing with COVID-19 vaccine mandates in South Carolina. The lead sponsor, Rep. Stewart Jones (Laurens…
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Registration Open for Moving on Main 5K
April 13, 2022
Moving on Main 5K in Laurens is scheduled for May 7th. Registration for runners and walkers is open now and early bird registration ends on April 17th. To be guaranteed…
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Piedmont Tech Faculty Member Receives Awards from Two EMS Organizations
April 6, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Paramedic Program Director Steve McDade has been singled out twice in recent weeks for recognition of his contributions to the Emergency Medical Services profession. The South…
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