Licensed Practical Nurse SCI Waymart

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Waymart (Wayne County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections at SCI Waymart seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care to inmates and staff, including assessments, treatments, and emergency responses.

The position requires active PA LPN licensure, CJIS compliance, and completion of required trainings; it offers full-time hours with rotating shifts and a starting salary of $68,914 and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Pennsylvania required.
• Must obtain PA licensure within one year if holding a temporary permit.
• PA residency waiver applicable for this title.
• Training completed at Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Background check and CJIS compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care including vital signs, medications, treatments, and education.
• Assist physicians during examinations, clinics, and screenings.
• Deliver emergency response with CPR/AED as needed.
• Document patient information and manage electronic health records; prepare transfer/release reports.
• Sterilize instruments, maintain inventory, and ensure stock in treatment areas.
• Participate in required trainings and stay updated on policy changes.

Skills

Active PA LPN license

Education

PA LPN program (in progress/complete)

Job description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, you will help create a positive impact every day. This role at SCI Waymart lets you support individuals who rely on your skill and commitment. Your work will bring stability, care, and encouragement to those who need it most. Join an agency where your dedication truly matters.

This position delivers nursing care and treatment to inmates and staff who have physical or mental health needs. The role supports daily functioning, medical assessments, treatments, and emergency response within the facility.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

• Nursing Care: Provide vital sign checks, medication administration, treatments, restorative techniques, and health education
• Medical Support: Assist physicians during examinations, clinics, treatments, testing, and screenings
• Emergency Response: Deliver first aid, CPR, AED use, assessments, and referrals during medical emergencies
• Record Management: Document patient information, maintain electronic health records, and prepare reports for transfers or release
• Supply Oversight: Sterilize instruments, maintain inventory, and ensure adequate stock in treatment areas
• Professional Development: Participate in required training and stay informed on policy and procedure updates

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment.
• 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
• Alternative work schedules may be available, depending on operational needs.
• 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.
• Please Note: 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/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.