Registered Nurse - Warren State Hospital (2nd & 3rd Shift)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Warren (Warren County); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Retention incentive $1,000

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Registered Nurse at Warren State Hospital to deliver high-quality nursing care, develop care plans, administer medications, and respond to clinical needs. The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and patient education, supporting recovery and safety.

The position requires PA RN licensure, active practice permits if applicable, and the ability to work a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Active PA RN license is required.
• Experience with patient assessment and care planning.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring reactions.
• Ability to coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to respond to psychiatric or medical emergencies.
• Ability to educate patients on health and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Evaluate patient conditions, monitor changes, and respond with appropriate care
• Care Planning: Develop and update treatment plans based on patient needs and nursing standards
• Medical Procedures: Administer medications, perform treatments, and record patient reactions
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate care with interdisciplinary staff to support patient progress
• Crisis Response: Apply approved techniques to address psychiatric or medical emergencies
• Patient Support: Guide patients through daily activities and promote health education

Skills

Active PA RN license

Patient assessment

Care planning

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Health education

Education

PA Registered Nurse license

Job description

Registered Nurse at Warren State Hospital offers you the chance to make a real difference every day. This role lets you support patients as they work toward better health and recovery. Join a caring team that values your skills and dedication. Step into a place where your work truly matters.

This position focuses on providing skilled nursing care to support patient treatment and recovery. You will work closely with patients and staff to ensure high quality care. As a Registered Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

• Patient Assessment: Evaluate patient conditions, monitor changes, and respond with appropriate care
• Care Planning: Develop and update treatment plans based on patient needs and nursing standards
• Medical Procedures: Administer medications, perform treatments, and record patient reactions
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate care with interdisciplinary staff to support patient progress
• Crisis Response: Apply approved techniques to address psychiatric or medical emergencies
• Patient Support: Guide patients through daily activities and promote health education

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are:
  • 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) with 30-minute lunch
  • 3rd shift (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM) with 30-minute lunch
• Rotating schedule, work weekends and holidays as assigned.
• Overtime and travel as needed.
• FREE PARKING!
• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• New hires may be eligible for a $1,000.00 Retention Incentive Payment, provided you meet all criteria outlined in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $89,882.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Necessary Special Requirements:

• This position requires 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:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• If you are within 60 days of graduating from a school of nursing approved by the State Board of Nursing, you are eligible to apply for this job posting. At the time of appointment to a position, you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Registered Nurse license.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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.
• A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test.

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.