Licensed Practical Nurse - SCI Frackville

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Frackville, PA 17931, US

$68,914 - $86,022 / year

The Licensed Practical Nurse role at the Department of Corrections offers a chance to make a real difference every day. You will support the health and well-being of individuals at SCI Frackville while growing your professional skills. This position gives you the opportunity to work in a supportive setting where your dedication matters. Join a team that values your commitment to quality care.

This position supports the delivery of nursing care and treatment for individuals at SCI Frackville. It involves direct care, medication administration, and teamwork to ensure the well-being of the inmate population.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

Vital Sign Checks: Check and record vital signs to support accurate assessment of inmate health
Medication Tasks: Prepare and administer medications under proper supervision and document treatments
Direct Care Support: Assist inmates with daily living activities and hygiene to maintain their basic physical needs
Emergency Response: Provide first aid, CPR, or AED support during urgent medical situations
Record Management: Review, update, and maintain electronic health records and required reports
Infection Control: Follow established procedures to keep treatment areas clean and safe

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, 40-hour work week.
The Department of Corrections is staffed by three (3) 8 or 10 hour work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
- 1st shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
- 2nd shift: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- 3rd shift: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM
Work hours TO BE DETERMINED.
These positions are 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 annual salary of $68,914.00 (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 Licensed Practice Nurse in Pennsylvania.
All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Licensed Practical 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 completing a licensed practical nursing program 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 Licensed Practical 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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.

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