Registered Nurse Supervisor - SCI Phoenix

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 87,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania oversees nursing operations at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Phoenix, directing a team of nurses to ensure high-quality inmate health care. The role emphasizes leadership, clinical oversight, and efficient staffing to sustain care standards in a correctional environment.

The position offers full-time hours (40 per week) with a 2:00 PM–10:30 PM schedule, and requires active PA RN licensure, background checks, and CJIS compliance.

Qualifications

• Three years as a Registered Nurse title (Commonwealth or equivalent), or four years of nursing experience providing care to individuals with mental/physical injuries or developmental disabilities.
• Active Pennsylvania RN license required.
• Temporary practice permits must obtain full RN licensure within one year as defined by the State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Direct nursing staff, including orientation and training and coverage across all shifts.
• Implement care plans, administer medications, perform treatments, and assist with daily living needs.
• Assist with physical exams, chronic care visits, and emergency medical response.

Skills

Staff supervision

Clinical nursing

Documentation

Patient care

Education

PA RN license

Job description

As a Registered Nurse Supervisor with the Department of Corrections (DOC) at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Phoenix, you will take charge of daily nursing operations that directly support the health of inmates. Your leadership will strengthen staff performance, increase efficiency, and maintain high care standards. You will be part of a dedicated team that values steady focus and decisive action. This position is an outstanding fit for a nurse who enjoys motivating others and delivering strong results.

This position directs nursing staff and supports medical care for individuals with physical, behavioral, and developmental needs in a correctional environment. As a Registered Nurse Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Direct nursing staff, provide orientation and training, and ensure coverage across all shifts
• Clinical Oversight: Implement care plans, administer medications, perform treatments, and assist with daily living needs
• Medical Support: Assist with physical exams, chronic care visits, specialty clinics, and emergency medical response
• Documentation Management: Review medical records, prepare transfer reports, maintain controlled substance logs, and meet documentation deadlines
• Supply Coordination: Sterilize instruments, track inventory, and maintain adequate treatment supplies
• Skill Maintenance: Participate in required trainings and stay updated on policy and procedure changes

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 are 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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 $102,526.00 (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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.