LPN in Corrections: Impactful 40-Hour Health Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full retirement benefits at age 50 or

Telework not available

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for SCI Mercer to deliver direct nursing care in a secure facility. You will support medical evaluations, administer medications, monitor inmates, and participate in daily treatment activities with a dedicated clinical team.

This full-time role offers shift rotations, retirement benefits eligibility at 50 or 55, and opportunities to grow within a state healthcare system.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Care Support: Administer medications, treatments, screenings, and restorative techniques as directed
• Patient Monitoring: Observe physical and emotional behaviors and report identified needs
• Emergency Response: Provide first aid, CPR, or AED care during urgent medical situations
• Daily Assistance: Support ambulatory and non ambulatory inmates with hygiene and activities of daily living
• Record Keeping: Document health information, prepare reports, and maintain controlled substance records
• Supply Maintenance: Sterilize instruments and maintain stock of supplies and equipment

Skills

LPN license

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for SCI Mercer to deliver direct nursing care in a secure facility. You will support medical evaluations, administer medications, monitor inmates, and participate in daily treatment activities with a dedicated clinical team.

This full-time role offers shift rotations, retirement benefits eligibility at 50 or 55, and opportunities to grow within a state healthcare system.