Licensed Practical Nurse — Full-Time, 24/7 Correctional Care

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Somerset Township (PA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections, SCI Laurel Highlands in Somerset County, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join a dedicated health care team. You will perform nursing tasks, administer medications, respond to emergencies, maintain electronic health records, and coordinate care for a diverse inmate population. Full‑time, 40 hours weekly on rotating shifts.

Starting salary $68,914–$86,022 annually. PA residency waived.

Qualifications

• Active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• PA residency requirement for this title is waived.
• Must possess PA LPN license at time of appointment.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA.

Responsibilities

• Clinical tasks: vital signs, treatments, activities of daily living.
• Medication administration and accurate documentation.
• Provide emergency response (CPR/AED) as needed.
• Maintain electronic health records and care reports.
• Coordinate care with nursing, custody and administrative staff.
• Sterilize equipment and manage treatment-area supplies.

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections, SCI Laurel Highlands in Somerset County, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join a dedicated health care team. You will perform nursing tasks, administer medications, respond to emergencies, maintain electronic health records, and coordinate care for a diverse inmate population. Full‑time, 40 hours weekly on rotating shifts.

Starting salary $68,914–$86,022 annually. PA residency waived.