Registered Nurse - SCI Coal Township (Multiple Vacancies)
About The Position
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is hiring Registered Nurses 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. Nurses work with experienced auxiliary staff and managerial support in a team environment where collaboration and communication are integral. This is a full-time position with a 40-hour work week. The facility operates three shifts around the clock, and work hours are to be determined; alternative schedules may be available depending on operational needs. The position is not eligible for telework. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required. The role is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. New Commonwealth employees begin at an annual salary of $89,882 before taxes.
Requirements
- Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; 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.
- At appointment, provide proof of a current, valid Pennsylvania temporary practice permit or Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license.
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
- Ability to perform the essential job functions.
- Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
- Applicants within 60 days of graduating from a State Board of Nursing-approved school of nursing are eligible to apply.
Responsibilities
- Conduct physical assessments, identify concerns, and make nursing diagnoses that guide appropriate 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 available at age 50 or 55
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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