Licensed Practical Nurse - SCI Mahanoy

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Frackville (PA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's State Correctional Institution at Mahanoy is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support inmate health care, provide hands-on nursing care, administer medications, and maintain medical records.

This full-time role offers a 40-hour work week across three shifts (6:00 AM-2:30 PM, 2:00 PM-10:30 PM, 10:00 PM-6:30 AM) with no telework option; starting salary $68,914 and PA retirement benefits; licensure required.

Qualifications

• Active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Ability to obtain PA licensure if on temporary permit within 1 year.
• Must pass CJIS background checks and meet security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing care including vital signs and daily living assistance.
• Administer medications and treatments and document care in electronic health records.
• Identify patient needs, report changes, and respond to emergencies with CPR/AED as needed.
• Maintain medical supply stock and prepare reports for transfers/releases.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication administration

Emergency response

Nursing care

Documentation

Education

LPN license PA

Job description

Join the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy as a Licensed Practical Nurse and make a real impact every day. This role with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections gives you the chance to support the health and well-being of individuals in your care. You will work in a steady, team-focused environment where your skills help create safer and healthier outcomes. Step into a rewarding career that values your dedication and compassion.

This position supports the health needs of inmates by carrying out essential nursing care and daily treatment activities. The role ensures consistent care, proper documentation, and timely response to medical needs. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

• Patient Care: Provide hands‑on nursing support including vital signs, medication administration, treatments, and daily living assistance
• Health Observation: Identify patient needs through observation and report changes in physical or emotional status
• Emergency Response: Respond to urgent medical situations and deliver first aid, CPR, or AED as appropriate
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate electronic health records, prepare reports, and ensure proper documentation for transfers and releases
• Supplies Management: Sterilize instruments, manage inventories, and maintain adequate medical stock levels

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40‑hour work week.
• The Department of Corrections is staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
  • 1st shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
  • 2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
  • 3rd shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM
• Work hours TO BE DETERMINED.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $68,914.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Necessary Special Requirements:

• This position requires active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practice Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• If you are within 60 days of completing a licensed practical nursing program 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 Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

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 to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. 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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/testonce for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.