Registered PRN Nurse - Torrance State Hospital

THE POSITION The Department Health and Human Services at Torrance State Hospital is seeking hard‑working and caring people who are dedicated to taking care of our residents. Torrance State Hospital offers residents superior care. JOB OPPORTUNITY If you are an ambitious, confident Registered Nurse committed to providing amazing resident care, this job is for you! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position provides essential nursing care and supports residents by creating a safe and therapeutic environment. The work focuses on rehabilitative, supportive, restorative, skilled, and palliative nursing services. Clinical Care: Deliver nursing services that support resident health and comfort. Therapeutic Environment: Maintain conditions that promote safety and emotional well being. Resident Support: Provide guidance and encouragement that enhance daily living. Rehabilitative Focus: Apply practices that help residents strengthen skills and independence. Quality Improvement: Contribute to ongoing efforts that elevate care standards. WORK SCHEDULE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Per diem employment. Work hours: 8‑hour shifts (7:00 a‑3:30 p, 3:00 p‑11:30 p, and 11:00 p‑7:30 a) and 12‑hour shifts (7 a‑7 p and 7 p‑7 a), scheduled 48 hours over 14 days to fill openings on the schedule. Additional shifts available according to staffing. Must work 3 of the major holidays per year. May change based on operational needs. Overtime and travel: As needed. FREE PARKING! Telework: This position does not offer telework. Salary: New employees in Pennsylvania begin at the starting hourly wage of $50.52 (before taxes). Further communication regarding this position will be sent via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. Employees with an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within one (1) year, as 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. At appointment, 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 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. HOW TO APPLY Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; information must be provided in the application. If you claim education, attach a copy of your college transcripts. 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 may eliminate you from consideration. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI for preparation only. Misrepresentation or use during interviews is not permitted. VETERANS Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, visit 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. 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, otherwise your score may be lower or you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. #J-18808-Ljbffr