Forensic Registered Nurse Supervisor (2nd Shift) - Norristown State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Montgomery County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role allows you to guide a dedicated nursing team that supports patients with complex psychiatric and behavioral needs at Norristown State Hospital. You help create a safe and healing environment where patients receive the focused treatment they require. Take this opportunity to bring strong leadership that strengthens both patient care and team success. This position focuses on leading nursing staff who care for patients with acute and long-term psychiatric needs within a secure treatment setting.

Requirements

• Three years as a Forensic Registered Nurse (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Four years of professional nursing experience providing care, treatment, custody, and control of psychiatric patients.
• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. If you possess an active temporary practice permit, you must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

Responsibilities

• Guide, evaluate, and support nursing personnel to ensure safe and effective patient care
• Monitor clinical practices and help resolve safety or treatment concerns across patient care areas
• Provide orientation, coaching, and ongoing education to nursing and forensic staff
• Share essential information with staff through meetings, reports, and daily interactions
• Respond promptly to psychiatric emergencies to reduce the need for restraint or seclusion
• Participate in facility committees and improvement activities to strengthen patient care services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed