NURSE AIDE

THE POSITION

Are you ready to meet new challenges and make a significant difference in a unique and diverse population? The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) is actively seeking dedicated and conscientious Nurse Aides for the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands. If you are interested in making a difference by promoting healthy lifestyles, preventing injury and disease, and assuring the safe delivery of quality health care, this job is for you

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Nurse Aide, you will administer care in the areas of skilled care, personal care, outpatient, and general population. You will complete basic nursing skills and nursing procedures to maintain optimum inmate health and provide quality care such as obtaining vital signs, weights, and other measurements. You will also complete documentation as required; collect specimens as directed by the Registered Nurse for urine, feces, and sputum; and assist inmates with daily living activities and hygiene to ensure their basic physical care needs are met.

In this role, you will participate in life skills programming by following nursing care plan orders, providing care and interventions consistent with inmate's needs, and documenting on assigned aspects of the nursing care plan. Other key duties of the position include participating in emergency response drills, as well as performing procedures such as CPR and obstructed airway.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

* Full-time employment
* 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: 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
* 8-hour shifts with rotating days off
* Alternative work schedules may be available depending on operational needs.

Work hours TO BE DETERMINED.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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

* Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; or
* Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.

Special Requirement:

* This position is assigned to a long-term or specialized care facility and requires active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.

Additional Requirement:

* You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

* You must pass a background investigation.

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:

* Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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.

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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 www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

* Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess six or more months of full-time paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents?

* Yes
* No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

SR-Do you possess active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry?

* Yes
* No

04

If yes, please list your certification number and expiration date below. If you do not have a certification, please list N/A in the text box.

Required Question

Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website http://www.employment.pa.gov

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