Registered Nurse - SCI Somerset
About The Position
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide daily nursing care for offenders and support safe, effective health operations within the institution. The role includes assessments, treatments, medication support, and health education to help maintain a stable and healthy environment. Nurses work with experienced auxiliary staff and managerial support in a team-oriented setting where collaboration and communication are integral. The position is full-time, with a 40-hour work week consisting of five 8-hour shifts. The facility operates around the clock, and work hours are to be determined; days off rotate. Telework is not available. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required. New employees to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania begin at an annual salary of $89,882 before taxes. The position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
Requirements
- Have active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; a current, valid Pennsylvania temporary practice permit or Registered Nurse license must be shown at appointment.
- Employees with an active temporary practice permit must obtain Registered Nurse licensure within the one-year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
- Applicants within 60 days of graduating from a State Board of Nursing-approved school of nursing are eligible to apply.
- Successfully complete basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
- Be able to perform the essential job functions.
- Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
- Submit a complete application by the posting closing date; resumes and cover letters are not considered in determining eligibility.
Responsibilities
- Conduct physical assessments, identify concerns, and make nursing diagnoses that guide care.
- Administer medications, monitor compliance, and observe treatment effectiveness.
- Provide ordered treatments, assist with examinations, and support daily living needs for assigned individuals.
- Update electronic health records, review charts, and prepare documentation for transfers or releases.
- Teach health practices to staff and offenders and reinforce information that supports safe behavior.
- Maintain readiness for inspections and follow infection-control and quality procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive income
- Generous paid time off
- Health insurance
- Retirement package, with full retirement benefits eligible at age 50 or 55
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
