Registered Nurse - SCI Phoenix

THE POSITION

Start the next chapter of your Nursing Career! The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections 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. We want to hear from you, so apply today! Watch this video to see what the PA DOC has to offer you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides daily nursing care for offenders and supports safe and effective health operations within the institution. You will handle assessments, treatments, medication support, and health education that help maintain a stable and healthy environment. As a Registered Nurse, you will perform the following duties: Health Assessments: Conduct physical assessments, identify concerns, and make nursing diagnoses that guide proper care Medication Support: Administer medications, monitor compliance, and observe how well treatments are working Treatment Delivery: Provide ordered treatments, assist with examinations, and support daily living needs for assigned individuals Record Keeping: Update electronic health records, review charts, and prepare documentation for transfers or releases Education and Guidance: Teach health practices to staff and offenders and reinforce information that supports safe behavior Operational Compliance: Maintain readiness for inspections and follow all required infection control and quality procedures If you have the required medical experience and wish to explore a rewarding career that offers the opportunity to share your skills while earning a great salary, apply today! Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description . Work Hours and Additional Information Full-time employment, 40-hour work week. The Department of Corrections is staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Work hours are to be determined: Rotating Shifts (Sunday - Saturday)

1. st shift: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm
2. nd shift: 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm
3. rd shift: 10:00 pm to 6:30 am

This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. 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. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. Veterans Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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.

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