Registered Nurse (Part-Time) - Southeastern Veterans' Center (2nd and 3rd Shift)

Salary

$44.12 - $52.61 Hourly

Location

Chester County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Part-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-51543-30420

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Nrsg Sevc

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Closing Date

6/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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

00134580

Bureau / Division

Southeast Veterans' Center

Worksite Address

1 Veterans Drive

City

Spring City, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19475

Contact Name

Desiree Cortes

Contact Email

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THE POSITION

The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs is seeking hardworking and caring people who are dedicated to taking care of our residents. The Southeastern Veterans' Center offers veterans and their spouses superior care.

If you are an ambitious, confident Registered Nurse committed to providing amazing resident care, this job is for you!

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position guides essential nursing care and helps maintain a supportive environment for residents in the Southeastern Veterans' Center. The focus is on providing safe and effective care while coordinating with the nursing team. As a Registered Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

• Resident Assessments: Conduct assessments, observe changes in condition, and document care in approved systems
• Care Coordination: Develop care plans, coordinate implementation with staff, and revise plans based on resident response
• Medication Oversight: Dispense medications, ensure proper administration by qualified personnel, and maintain accurate medication records
• Team Communication: Relay important information to supervisors, participate in rounds and meetings, and support communication among staff, residents, and families
• Quality and Safety: Conduct audits, follow regulatory standards, support QAPI efforts, and take corrective action on safety concerns
• Leadership Support: Provide guidance to subordinates, teach procedures, evaluate performance, and assist with staffing needs

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Hours and Additional Information:

• Part-time employment, 8hrs per day; 40hrs per week.
• Positions are available on the following shifts
  • 2nd shift - 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
  • 3rd shift - 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Rotating weekends and holidays.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• DMVA is pleased to announce the launch of a Nursing Referral Program, promoting the hiring and retention of nursing staff at Pennsylvania's veterans homes. Under this program, both referring employees and referred candidates may be eligible for payments of up to $4,000.
• 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
Ne cessary 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.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment may require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and drug screening.
• This position comes 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.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.