Impactful Corrections Nurse — Excellent Benefits

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Somerset Township (PA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites experienced Registered Nurses to join the PA Department of Corrections as Corrections’ Nurses, delivering daily care to offenders with strong support from management and staff.

Responsibilities include health assessments, medication support, treatment delivery, record keeping, health education, and ensuring infection control and readiness for inspections. A rewarding career with competitive pay and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Ability to obtain licensure within one year if starting with a temporary practice permit.

Responsibilities

• Health assessments and nursing diagnoses to guide care.
• Administer medications and monitor treatment effectiveness.
• Provide treatments and assist with examinations and daily living needs.
• Update electronic health records and prepare documentation for transfers or releases.
• Educate staff and offenders on health practices.
• Maintain readiness for inspections and uphold infection control/quality procedures.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Education

Active RN license in Pennsylvania

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania invites experienced Registered Nurses to join the PA Department of Corrections as Corrections’ Nurses, delivering daily care to offenders with strong support from management and staff.

Responsibilities include health assessments, medication support, treatment delivery, record keeping, health education, and ensuring infection control and readiness for inspections. A rewarding career with competitive pay and retirement benefits.