Registered Nurse - SCI Rockview

Salary : $86,189.00 - $107,345.00 Annually

Location : Centre County, PA

Job Type : Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number : CS-2025-21019-30420

Department : Department of Corrections

Division : CR SCI Rockview

Opening Date : 03 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 26 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Code : 30420

Position Number : 00214700

Union : SEIU - Healthcare PA

Bargaining Unit : P4

Pay Group : ST08

Bureau / Division Code : 00117000

Bureau / Division : Department of Corrections - SCI Rockview

Worksite Address : One Rockview Place

City : Bellefonte, Pennsylvania

Zip Code : 16823

Contact Name : Corleen Schmucker

Contact Phone : 717.562.5736

Contact Email : cschmucker@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Start the next chapter of your Nursing Career! The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is actively seeking a devoted and passionate Registered Nurses. As a Corrections' Nurse, you will enjoy working with experienced auxiliary staff and will have excellent managerial support. At the Department of Corrections, we work together as a dedicated team where collaboration and communication are integral.

We offer an excellent compensation package, including competitive income, generous paid time off, health insurance, and an excellent retirement package. We want to hear from you, so apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Corrections' Nurse is responsible for the 24-hour health care of offenders at their assigned Institution. Duties may vary based on area of assignment. You will be conducting physical assessments in response to offender ailments, establishing a nursing diagnosis, and referring offenders to a practitioner. You will be providing medication and treatment as ordered and monitoring medication compliance by offenders and observing the effectiveness of medication. You will also be providing health-related education to staff and offenders and maintaining department compliance for inspections.

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, apply today!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Hours and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment; 5 days a week, 8 hour shifts, 40 hour work week.
• The Department of Corrections is staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

1st shift : 5 : 30 AM to 2 : 00 PM

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Necessary Special Requirements :

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 :

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.

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements :

How to Apply :

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) :

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

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.

Your results will be provided via email.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short !

See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work / Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.

01

You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience / training / certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our

02

Registered Nurse - Do you possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; or do you possess an active temporary permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania?

03

Nurse - If yes, please list the state that issued your license, your license number, and the expiration date. If you answered no to the question above, please type N / A in the box below.

04

Are you within 60 days of graduating from a Registered Nursing program?

05

If you answered yes to the question above, please provide your anticipated graduation date in the text box below. If you answered no to the question above, please type N / A in the text box below.

Required Question