Registered Nurse - Torrance State Hospital

Salary $93,888.00 - $111,956.00 Annually Location Westmoreland County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-55799-30420

Job Code 30420 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union SEIU - Healthcare PA Bargaining Unit P4 Pay Group ST08 Bureau / Division Code 00210973 Bureau / Division Department of Human Services/Torrance State Hospital Worksite Address 121 Longview Drive City Torrance, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15779 Contact Name Sandra Schleicher Contact Email View email address on click.appcast.io Opening Date 08/06/2026 Closing Date 8/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern THE POSITION The Department of Health and Human Services at Torrance State Hospital is seeking hardworking and caring people who are dedicated to taking care of our residents. Torrance State Hospital offers their residents superior care. If you are an ambitious, confident Registered Nurse committed to providing amazing resident care, this job is for you! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position centers on delivering professional nursing care and coordinating essential treatment services. You will help assess patient needs, guide nursing interventions, and contribute to a safe and supportive environment. As a Registered Nurse, you will perform the following duties: Patient Assessment: Evaluate physical, mental, and behavioral health needs and note changes in status Care Coordination: Prescribe, organize, and assign nursing care while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams Medication Oversight: Administer medications and treatments while monitoring symptoms and responses Documentation Accuracy: Record observations, reports, and treatment details according to policy Safety Practices: Follow crisis management, infection control, and emergency procedures to maintain a secure environment Team Leadership: Guide and direct nursing personnel and support staff in daily care activities Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) with 30-minute lunch. Every other weekend off. Travel and overtime as needed. May change based on operational needs. Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

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The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $93,888.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Necessary Special Requirements: This position requires active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. 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. Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. 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. You must be able to perform essential job functions. A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth 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. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). EXAMINATION INFORMATION Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania