Lead Forensic RN Supervisor — Psychiatric Care

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 103,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, Norristown State Hospital, is seeking a Forensic Registered Nurse Supervisor to lead a specialized nursing team serving patients with complex psychiatric needs.

You will oversee clinical practice, support staff through orientation and ongoing education, coordinate safety protocols, and participate in quality improvement initiatives in a secure treatment setting.

Qualifications

• Three years as a Forensic Registered Nurse or four years of professional nursing experience with psychiatric patients.
• Requires active Pennsylvania RN license; temporary permit must be converted within one year.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing staff to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Monitor clinical practices and address safety or treatment concerns.
• Provide orientation, coaching, and ongoing education to staff.

Skills

Staff leadership

Clinical oversight

Training & coaching

Communication

Emergency response

Education

RN licensure

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, Norristown State Hospital, is seeking a Forensic Registered Nurse Supervisor to lead a specialized nursing team serving patients with complex psychiatric needs.

You will oversee clinical practice, support staff through orientation and ongoing education, coordinate safety protocols, and participate in quality improvement initiatives in a secure treatment setting.