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Registered Nurse - North East Secure Treatment Unit, Luzerne County

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION

The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, North East Secure Treatment Unit (NESTU) provides dedicated, high-quality care to at-risk youth residents.  We are seeking hard-working, enthusiastic, compassionate, and reliable individuals who are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

You will be responsible for delivering medical and psychiatric nursing services to adjudicated delinquent residents who are court committed to the Youth Development Center/Youth Forestry Camp (YDC/YFC) system.  This position will provide care under the consultation of a medical physician/CRNP, psychiatrist, optometrist, and dentist.  You will provide direct clinical nursing care and emergent, acute, and chronic care to residents of North East Secure Treatment Unit and make appropriate referrals to the facility physician/CRNP, dentist, and psychiatrist.  You will administer prescribed medications/treatments and observe, interpret, record, and report symptoms, vital signs, and reactions to medications and treatment regimens.

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
  • The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
  • Work hours: Work schedule consists of shift work in a 24/7 operation to include day, evening and holiday rotation; 10 working days in 14 day period.  8-hour shifts consisting of 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM with a half-hour duty-free lunch.
  • Travel: As needed
  • Overtime: Yes.
  • Shift work: Yes
  • May change based on operational needs.
  • Must be willing to accept employment at North East Secure Treatment Unit and commute to this location in Pittston, Luzerne County.
  • FREE PARKING!
  • New hires may be eligible for a $1000.00 Retention Incentive Payment, provided you meet all criteria outlined in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Salary:  Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $86,189 (before taxes).
  • 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.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


Legal Requirements: 
 

  • A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test.  
  • This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
    • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.


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: 
 


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.