Registered PRN Nurse - SCI Mahanoy

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking passionate Registered PRN Nurses to join their healthcare team at SCI Mahanoy. This role involves performing nursing duties as part of a dedicated team in a correctional setting, with shifts that are variable but require strong skills in patient care, collaboration, and communication. Applicants must be licensed to practice as a registered nurse in Pennsylvania and will work flexible hours as needed.

Benefits

Full retirement benefits eligible at age 50 or 55

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Registered Nurse license.
• Participate as a charge nurse, staff nurse, or assessment coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and treatment services within a correctional facility.
• Work as part of a dedicated healthcare team in a State Correctional Institution.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Active Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania

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THE POSITION

Start the next chapter of your nursing career! The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is actively seeking devoted and passionate PRN Registered Nurses. As a Corrections’ PRN Nurse, you will work as part of a dedicated team where collaboration and communication are integral.

THE POSITION

Start the next chapter of your nursing career! The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is actively seeking devoted and passionate PRN Registered Nurses. As a Corrections’ PRN Nurse, you will work as part of a dedicated team where collaboration and communication are integral.

PRN Nurse works an on-call intermittent basis in a State Correctional Institution.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a PRN Nurse, you will perform as a charge nurse, staff nurse, or an assessment coordinator providing nursing care and treatment services within a commonwealth facility.

If you have the required medical experience as indicated below, and wish to explore a rewarding career that offers the opportunity to share your skills while earning a great salary and benefits, the PA Department of Corrections at SCI Mahanoy wants to hear from you!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Per Diem employment.
• Work Hours: As needed, not to be scheduled more than 48 hours in a 2-week pay period.
• Per Diem employees work all shifts as needed (shifts vary).
• 1st shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM)
• 2nd shift (2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
• 3rd shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)
• 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.
• Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting hourly salary of $49.41.
• 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

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.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• 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.
  
  

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  
  

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail] .
  
  

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.



EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• 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.

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