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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Registered Nurse - SCI Frackville in Frackville, Pennsylvania
Registered Nurse - SCI Frackville
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Registered Nurse - SCI Frackville
Salary
$76,592.00 - $95,411.00 Annually
Location
Schuylkill County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Department
Department of Corrections
Job Number
CS-20210445-30420
Closing
3/4/2021 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
30420
Position Number
00064657
Union
SEIU - Healthcare PA
Bargaining Unit
P4
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau/Division Code
00113000
Bureau/Division
Department of Corrections/SCI Frackville
Worksite Address
1111 Altamont Blvd.
City
Frackville
Zip Code
17931
Contact Name
Dawn Jacobs
Contact Phone
(570) 874-4516
Contact Email
dawjacobs@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
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 work as part of a dedicated team where collaboration, and communication are integral.
Full-time employment.
Position available 2nd shift (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
Every other weekend/Every other holiday; 40 hour work week.
This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
IMPORTANT: YOU MUST APPLY TO THIS VACANCY POSTING, MEET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS, COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS AND RECEIVE A SCORE.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Corrections’ Nurse is responsible for the 24-hour health care of Offenders. Duties may vary based on area of assignment; however, RNs will conduct physical assessments in response to Offender ailments, establish a nursing diagnosis, refer Offenders to a practitioner and provide medication and treatment as ordered. RNs will also respond to emergencies, triage sick call, monitor medication compliance by Offenders and observe the effectiveness of medication in accordance with established policies and procedures, provide health related education to staff and Offenders, maintain department compliance for inspections, and participate in in-service training.
If you have the required medical experience as indicated below, and wish to explore a rewarding career that offers the opportunity to share your skills while earning a great salary and benefits, the PA Department of Corrections at SCI Frackville wants to hear from you!
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
Qualifications:
PA residency currentlywaivedfor this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Necessary Special Requirement - Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing; or possession of a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Condition of Employment - Require that employees possessing a non-renewable temporary practice permits must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
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 will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals)
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
Score based on information reported on application and supplemental questions
Provide complete and accurate information or:
application processing may be delayed
disqualification may result
Health & Wellness
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Work/Life Balance
We understand that there is more to life than work – and we want you to enjoy it!
For most positions, we offer paid vacation days, paid sick days, military leave, as well as paid time off for most major U.S. holidays. Alternate work schedules and telecommuting arrangements are available for certain positions.
Career Development
We want to help you grow and see your goals become a reality! Supervisors and human resource staff are available to help employees create a plan to develop skills for their current jobs or prepare for the next step in their careers. Employees can easily transfer between positions or agencies to expand knowledge and pursue new challenges while retaining leave and benefits. Additionally, there are a variety of programs available to help get you where you need to be.
Other Rewards
Commonwealth employees enjoy many other rewards, including opportunities for recognition, workplace charitable giving, and even special employee-only discounts.
For more information about benefits, health and wellness, work-life balance, career development, and other rewards go towww.employment.pa.govand click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.
Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
- Yes
02
Do you possess a current license to practice as a registered nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing; or do you have possession of a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing?
Yes
No
03
If you answered yes to the question above, please provide your state license number and expiration date in the box below. If you answered no to the question above, please type NA in the box below.
04
Are you within 60 days of graduating from a Registered Nursing program?
Yes
No
05
If you answered yes to the question above, please provide your anticipated graduation date in the text box below. If you answered no to the question above, please type N/A in the text box below.
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov