Registered Nurse - SCI Coal Township
About The Position
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide daily nursing care to offenders and support safe, effective health operations within the institution. The nurse performs assessments, treatments, medication support, and health education, working with experienced auxiliary staff and managerial support as part of a collaborative team. The position is full-time, with a 40-hour work week. The facility operates three shifts around the clock: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM, and 10:00 PM–6:30 AM. Work hours will be determined, and alternative schedules may be available depending on operational needs. Telework is not available. Selected candidates new to Commonwealth employment start at an annual salary of $89,882 before taxes. The position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55, subject to the applicable plan terms. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required.
Requirements
- Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania is required. Candidates 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.
- Candidates within 60 days of graduating from a nursing school approved by the State Board 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.
Responsibilities
- Conduct physical assessments, identify concerns, and make nursing diagnoses to guide care.
- Administer medications, monitor compliance, and observe treatment effectiveness.
- Provide ordered treatments, assist with examinations, and support assigned individuals’ daily living needs.
- 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 required infection control and quality procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive income
- Generous paid time off
- Health insurance
- Retirement package
- Eligibility for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
