Registered Nurse Supervisor - SCI Dallas

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Registered Nurse Supervisor at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Dallas to lead nursing staff and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care for inmates.

You will supervise daily operations, oversee clinical services, and uphold safety and compliance across the facility.

Qualifications

• Active PA RN license and licensure in good standing.
• Three years RN experience or four years in related care for mental/physical injury or disability.
• Ability to obtain Pennsylvania RN licensure within one year if holding a temporary practice permit.

Responsibilities

• Staff supervision: oversee nursing staff, manage schedules, provide training, guide daily clinical and administrative work.
• Care oversight: direct nursing care, implement treatment plans, assess inmate needs, assist with medical procedures and clinics.
• Emergency response: provide assessments, deliver emergency treatment, coordinate with medics or EMS as needed.
• Record management: maintain accurate health records, prepare reports, ensure documentation, log controlled substances.
• Supply maintenance: monitor, stock, and sterilize equipment and supplies to support safe care areas.
• Professional development: participate in required training, stay current on policies, maintain job-related skills.

Skills

RN license

Job description

As a Registered Nurse Supervisor with the Department of Corrections (DOC), you step into a leadership role where your skills help build a dependable, patient-centered care environment. You guide nursing staff, support the well-being of inmates, and keep essential health services operating at a high standard. Your influence strengthens clinical practice, teamwork, and overall facility performance. This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, grow in your profession, and make a meaningful difference every day at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Dallas.

This position provides leadership to nursing staff and ensures consistent, quality care for individuals with a range of medical needs. The role supports clinical services, supervises daily operations, and maintains safe, effective practices. As a Registered Nurse Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Oversee nursing staff, manage schedules, provide training, and guide daily clinical and administrative work
• Care Oversight: Direct nursing care, implement treatment plans, assess inmate needs, and assist with medical procedures and clinics
• Emergency Response: Provide assessments, deliver emergency treatment, and coordinate with medical professionals or emergency services as needed
• Record Management: Maintain accurate health records, prepare reports, ensure proper documentation, and log controlled substances
• Supply Maintenance: Monitor, stock, and sterilize equipment and supplies to support safe and efficient care areas
• Professional Development: Participate in required training, stay current on policies, and maintain job-related skills

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch. You will have Sundays and Mondays off.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $98,144.00 (before taxes).
• 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:

• 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.
• All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• 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.