Licensed Practical Nurse - Torrance State Hospital (2nd Shift)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; New Stanton (Westmoreland County); Presencial; USD 62.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

Torrance State Hospital, part of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to support patient care in a structured health care setting. You will record vital signs, administer medications, and participate in daily treatment plans while maintaining safety and a compassionate approach.

This full-time 2nd shift role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth. New hires begin at a starting salary of $68,914 per year with full Commonwealth benefits; PA

Formación

• Requires active PA Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Temp permits must obtain PA LPN licensure within 1 year.
• PA residency requirement is waived for this title.

Responsabilidades

• Record vital signs and support basic physical care activities.
• Administer medications and treatments under supervision following written orders.
• Use positive communication techniques during daily interactions and crisis situations.
• Help maintain a clean, safe living area for patients.
• Assist with patient programs, therapies, and routine treatment tasks.
• Observe patient behavior and report changes in writing and speech.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Medication administration

Crisis communication

Observation and reporting

Descripción del empleo

Join the Department of Health and Human Services at Torrance State Hospital as a Licensed Practical Nurse and help make a difference every day. This role gives you the chance to support patient care in a positive and encouraging setting. Your work will help create a safe and supportive environment for individuals who depend on steady, compassionate care. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills while serving your community.

This position supports patient care and daily treatment activities in a structured health care setting. The role focuses on safety, communication, and steady support for individuals receiving services.

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

• Patient Care: Record vital signs and support basic physical care activities
• Medication Support: Administer medications and treatments under supervision following written orders
• Therapeutic Interaction: Use positive communication techniques during daily interactions and crisis situations
• Environmental Safety: Help maintain a clean, safe, and supportive living area for patients
• Treatment Participation: Assist with patient programs, therapies, and routine treatment plan tasks
• Observation and Reporting: Observe patient behavior and report changes clearly in writing and speech

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.
• Work hours are 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) with 30-minute lunch.
  • Rotating work days with every 3rd weekend off
• Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
• FREE PARKING!
• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• 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 Practical 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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

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.