Nurse Supervisor: Lead Care & Teams in Corrections

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Registered Nurse Supervisor for the Department of Corrections to lead a nursing team at the State Correctional Institution Albion. You will oversee patient care, coordinate treatment services, and ensure compliance with policies while guiding staff development.

This full-time role requires PA RN licensure, active practice, and the ability to manage shifts, records, and emergencies in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• Three years as a Registered Nurse (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title).
• Four years of professional nursing experience providing care and treatment services for individuals with mental or physical injury or disability.
• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• Temporary practice permit holders must obtain RN licensure within one year.
• Completion of Basic Training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is waived for this title.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing personnel, provide training, and coordinate staffing coverage across shifts.
• Oversee nursing care plans, treatments, medications, and patient assessments.
• Provide emergency care and coordinate appropriate medical referrals when needed.
• Maintain health records, prepare reports, and monitor controlled substances documentation.
• Inventory equipment and supplies and maintain treatment areas for patient care.
• Participate in training activities and stay current on policies and procedures.

Skills

Staff supervision

Patient care

Emergency response

Records management

Training & development

Education

Registered Nurse license PA

Basic Training in Elizabethtown, PA

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Registered Nurse Supervisor for the Department of Corrections to lead a nursing team at the State Correctional Institution Albion. You will oversee patient care, coordinate treatment services, and ensure compliance with policies while guiding staff development.

This full-time role requires PA RN licensure, active practice, and the ability to manage shifts, records, and emergencies in a correctional setting.