Nurse Aide - SCI Laurel Highlands

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; Somerset Township (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Nurse Aide to support inmate care at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Laurel Highlands. The role focuses on daily activities, health monitoring, and maintaining a safe environment in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities include recording health information, assisting with hygiene and meals, and ensuring adherence to individualized care plans. This full-time position offers multiple shifts and requires in-person work with potential

Qualifications

• Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.
• Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients.
• This position requires active Nurse Aide registration and compliance with PA regulatory requirements.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Background check per CJIS requirements and clearance rules are applicable.
• Veterans' employment preferences may apply under state law.

Responsibilities

• Health Monitoring: Check and record vital signs, collect specimens, and document health patterns.
• Daily Care: Assist inmates with hygiene, safe movement, bed care, and comfort needs.
• Meal Support: Prepare food trays, assist with feeding, encourage intake, and document eating habits.
• Safety Practices: Follow infection control rules, maintain clean areas, and report hazards to supervisors.
• Equipment Care: Clean supplies, track inventory, and maintain stock for daily operations.
• Record Keeping: File information, share updates with staff, and prepare reports as assigned.

Skills

Nurse Aide registration

Education

Six months care experience in geriatric/physically ill patients

Basic training completion in Elizabethtown, PA

Job description

Are you ready to support meaningful care for individuals in a unique correctional environment? The Nurse Aide with the Department of Corrections plays an important part in helping inmates follow their care plans at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands. This role offers hands‑on experience, teamwork, and the chance to make a positive difference every day. Take this opportunity to grow your skills while supporting the well‑being of others.

This position focuses on supporting inmate care needs by assisting with daily activities, recording health information, and helping maintain a safe and clean environment. The work ensures inmates receive proper attention and follow their individualized care plans. As a Nurse Aide, you will perform the following duties:

• Health Monitoring: Check and record vital signs, collect specimens, and document important health patterns
• Daily Care: Assist inmates with hygiene tasks, safe movement, bed care, and comfort needs
• Meal Support: Prepare food trays, assist with feeding, encourage intake, and document eating habits
• Safety Practices: Follow infection control rules, maintain clean areas, and report hazards to supervisors
• Equipment Care: Clean supplies, track inventory, and maintain necessary stock for daily operations
• Record Keeping: File information, share updates with staff, and prepare reports as assigned

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week
• The Department of Corrections is staffed by three work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The 8‑hour shifts include: 1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM), 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), and 3rd shift (10:00 PM to 6:30 AM), with rotating days off and a 30‑minute lunch. Work schedules will be determined at the time of hire.
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; or
• Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.

Special Requirement:

• This position is assigned to a long‑term or specialized care facility and requires active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.

Additional Requirements:

• 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.