Registered Nurse Supervisor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 103,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Registered Nurse Supervisor at the Southwestern Veterans' Center in Pittsburgh. You will lead nursing operations, supervise staff, coordinate resident care, and ensure high-quality, compliant services for veterans in a dedicated team.

Requirements include an active PA RN license, 3+ years as an RN (or 4 years related care experience), and the ability to mentor staff while maintaining resident-focused care standards.

Qualifications

• Active authorization to practice as an RN in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum 3 years as a Registered Nurse or 4 years of relevant nursing experience.
• Ability to supervise nursing staff and coordinate resident care.
• Commitment to high-quality, safe resident care under state standards.

Responsibilities

• Staff guidance: direct nurses during daily care, treatments, and medications.
• Care oversight: monitor residents, document care, report changes.
• Supervisory duties: plan, assign, evaluate work and training needs.
• Resident support: investigate complaints and ensure respectful care.
• Resource planning: ensure supplies, equipment, and staffing levels.
• Quality monitoring: review docs and care plans for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Staff leadership

Nursing supervision

Care coordination

Quality monitoring

Education

Registered Nurse license (PA)

Job description

Salary

$102,526.00 - $127,834.00 Annually

Location

Allegheny County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-59915-30430

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Nrsg Swvc

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

10/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30430

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

OPEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania

Bargaining Unit

P5

Pay Group

ST09

Bureau / Division Code

00134980

Bureau / Division

Southwestern Veterans' Center/Nursing

Worksite Address

7060 Highland Drive

City

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15206

Contact Name

Natalie Fewell

Contact Phone

412.665.6706

Contact Email

[e-mail]

The Position

Are you a dedicated nursing leader who is ready to make a profound impact on the lives of those who served our country? As a Registered Nurse Supervisor with the Southwestern Veterans' Center, you will take on an important leadership role in supporting the health and well-being of residents. This position gives you the chance to mentor nursing staff and strengthen daily care practices. Your work will help ensure that residents receive consistent, attentive, and professional care. Become a part of a mission-focused team that makes a real difference!

Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

Description of Work

This position leads nursing operations by supervising staff, coordinating resident care, and ensuring that services meet quality standards in a veterans home setting. As a Registered Nurse Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Guidance: Provide direction to nurses during daily care activities, treatments, and medication administration
• Care Oversight: Monitor resident conditions, document care, and report changes to appropriate personnel
• Supervisory Duties: Plan, assign, and evaluate work while managing staffing, performance, and training needs
• Resident Support: Investigate complaints and help maintain safe, effective, and respectful care practices
• Resource Planning: Ensure adequate supplies, equipment, and staffing levels to meet resident needs
• Quality Monitoring: Review documentation, assessments, and care plans to maintain accuracy and compliance

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
• Work hours will be determined from the following shifts, with a 30-minute lunch. You will work every other weekend.
  • 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM)
  • 3rd shift (10:00 PM to 6:30 AM)
• 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.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years as a Registered Nurse (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of professional nursing experience providing care and treatment services consistent with those needed for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness and/or a developmental disability.

Special Requirements:

• You must possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• If you possess an active temporary practice permit, you must obtain licensure as a Registered 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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• 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.