Lead RN Supervisor, Correctional Health

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public sector benefits

Full retirement benefits at 50 or 55

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Registered Nurse Supervisor for the Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Frackville. You will supervise nursing teams delivering essential medical care to inmates with diverse needs, guiding clinical practice and staff development.

You will oversee care plans, medication administration, emergency response, records, and supply management, while ensuring compliance and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Three years as a Registered Nurse or four years of professional nursing with mental/physical health care experience.
• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing staff, provide training and orientation, conduct staff meetings, and oversee daily work assignments and scheduling.
• Implement nursing care plans, monitor treatment activities, assess patient needs, and adjust staffing support to maintain quality care.
• Administer medications and treatments, assist with examinations, and support testing, screenings, and immunizations.
• Assess medical situations, provide emergency care such as first aid, CPR, and AED services, and coordinate referrals when needed.
• Prepare reports, maintain electronic health records, review medical information, and track controlled substances and narcotics.
• Maintain treatment area supplies and equipment, oversee inventory levels, and ensure available resources.

Skills

Staff Leadership

Nursing Supervisory Skills

Clinical Care Oversight

Education

PA RN License

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Registered Nurse Supervisor for the Department of Corrections at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Frackville. You will supervise nursing teams delivering essential medical care to inmates with diverse needs, guiding clinical practice and staff development.

You will oversee care plans, medication administration, emergency response, records, and supply management, while ensuring compliance and high-quality patient care.