Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Licensed Practical Nurse - SCI Fayette in La Belle, Pennsylvania
THE POSITION
Meet new challenges and make a significant difference in a unique and diverse population! The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette. is actively seeking dedicated and conscientious Licensed Practical Nurses.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an employee of the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections' Health Care Team, you will assist in providing quality care to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Offender Population. LPNs will apply clinical nursing skills, perform hands-on assessments, and assist practitioners and RNs on a daily basis. LPNs will assist with initial screenings, medication administration, health care emergencies, and physical health assessments. LPNs shall maintain department compliance for inspections, participate in in-service training, and may provide health-related education to staff and Offenders.
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 wants to hear from you!
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) shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
- Work Hours: 2nd shift: 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Rotating days off, weekends, and holidays.
- Days off vary weekly
- 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 $67,558.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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.