Registered Nurse - SCI Fayette

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Fayette County, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to bring your skills to a place where your care truly matters as a Registered Nurse with the Department of Corrections? In this role, you support individuals with medical and behavioral needs by providing steady and reliable nursing care. You help create a safe, structured environment that promotes health and stability. Join a team where your dedication strengthens the well-being of those at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette. This role centers on providing nursing care and treatment to individuals with physical or mental health needs, disabilities, or behavioral challenges. You deliver direct care while helping maintain a safe and organized clinical environment.

Requirements

• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania
• If possessing an active temporary practice permit, must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within one (1) year
• Must be able to perform essential job functions
• Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements
• If claiming education, must attach a copy of college transcripts
• Application must be submitted by the posting closing date

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Implement nursing care plans by checking vital signs, administering medications, performing treatments, and reinforcing education to ensure quality service
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living, hygiene, mobility, and restorative techniques to meet basic physical care needs
• Provide first aid, CPR, AED intervention, and other urgent care, and refer cases to appropriate clinical professionals
• Communicate essential information to custody staff, supervisors, and health administrators to maintain safe and steady operations
• Review medical records, prepare reports, and document information in the electronic health system while maintaining controlled substance logs
• Sterilize instruments, track inventory, and maintain adequate stock in treatment areas

Benefits

• Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
• Equal employment opportunity employer
• Commitment to a diverse workforce
• Values inclusion
• Does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

What This Job Offers

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