Licensed Practical Nurse - SCI Greene

Are you passionate about providing hands-on nursing care and supporting the health needs of individuals in a correctional setting? As a Licensed Practical Nurse with the Department of Corrections, you will help deliver important medical services that promote patient well-being and continuity of care at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Greene. Your skills will support treatment plans, medication administration, and daily health services. Make a lasting impact through meaningful work that helps others every day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will provide direct nursing care and support medical services within a correctional healthcare setting. You will assist with treatment plans, patient monitoring, medication administration, recordkeeping, and emergency response activities. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

• Patient Care: Implement nursing care plans, monitor patient conditions, and assist with daily living and hygiene needs
• Medication Administration: Prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments while maintaining accurate records
• Health Monitoring: Observe physical and emotional conditions, identify healthcare needs, and report findings to appropriate medical staff
• Emergency Response: Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid, CPR, or AED assistance when necessary
• Medical Documentation: Record, retrieve, and maintain health information, reports, and controlled substance records
• Supply Management: Sterilize instruments, monitor inventory levels, and maintain adequate treatment area supplies

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 work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. These shifts include 1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM), 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), and 3rd shift (10:00 PM to 6:30 AM). Your work schedule is to be determined. Alternative work schedules may be available, depending on operational needs.
• 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 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Necessary Special Requirements:

• This position requires active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practical 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.