Registered Nurse - SCI Mahanoy

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Schuylkill County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections - SCI Mahanoy is actively seeking devoted and passionate Registered Nurses. As a Corrections’ Nurse, you will enjoy working with experienced auxiliary staff and will have excellent managerial support. At the Department of Corrections, we work together as a dedicated team where collaboration and communication are integral. We offer an excellent compensation package, including competitive income, generous paid time off, health insurance, and an excellent retirement package.

Requirements

• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania
• If you are within 60 days of graduating from a school of nursing approved by the State Board of Nursing, you are eligible to apply for this job posting.
• At the time of appointment to a position, you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Registered Nurse license.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

• All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Implement assigned care plans by checking vital signs, performing treatments, using restorative techniques and activities of daily living, and reinforcing patient education to ensure quality service
• Administer oral, intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications under clinician orders and in accordance with state law and facility policies and procedures
• Assist physicians during physical examinations and in general, chronic care, and specialty clinics while administering treatments, immunizations, tuberculin testing, and screenings
• Perform assessments and provide emergency care, including first aid, CPR, and AED, then refer to a CRNP, physician assistant, physician, or local hospital emergency room
• Document care in the electronic health record, prepare transfer or release reports, complete daily and monthly reports, and maintain controlled substance and narcotics records
• Receive and provide shift reports to ensure continuity of care and communicate urgent information to the Shift Commander, custody staff, and CHCA during medical emergencies or operational issues

Benefits

• Competitive income
• Generous paid time off
• Health insurance
• Excellent retirement package
• Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level