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Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (Medical) - Clarks Summit State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION

A new and exciting career awaits you! The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to be a part of our clinical services team at Clarks Summit State Hospital. We are looking for individuals who are resourceful, self-directed, energetic, and compassionate to provide essential medical services to our patients. As part of our dedicated team of professionals, you will make a difference in the lives of some of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. Apply today!

 

 

 

 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

 

As a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, you will provide medical treatment and a full range of health services to patients. You will evaluate patients, manage physical health problems, coordinate psychiatric care, and monitor health plans for clinical effectiveness. You will also, order and interpret laboratory tests, use prescriptive authority to treat symptoms, and consult with physicians about disorders and possible adverse treatment effects. This role requires the ability to maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients and families to identify health history, developmental history, and environmental factors while using sound knowledge of medicine, psychiatric diagnoses, and treatments to promote positive clinical outcomes. In addition you will, make daily unit rounds, facilitate patient transfers within and between health care settings, and respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies.

 

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

 

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, including on-call responsibilities are possible. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
  • Overtime as needed
  • Free parking
  • New hires may be eligible for a $1,000.00 Retention Incentive Payment, provided you meet all criteria outlined in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • 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

Special Requirement: 

  • You must possess a valid certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

 

Condition Of Employment: 

  • You must possess a valid CRNP certification in an an Adult Care specialty area or Family Care specialty area as issued by the PA State Board of Nursing.

 

Post Employment Requirement: 

  • This position requires you to obtain and maintain valid CRNP Prescriptive Authority Approval to prescribe and dispense drugs as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

 

Other Requirements:


 

Legal Requirements: 

  • A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
  • This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
    • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI 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).
  • 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.

 

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.