NURSE AIDE

Nurse Aide - SCI Muncy

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Nurse Aide - SCI Muncy

Salary

$42,458.00 - $54,309.00 Annually

Location

Lycoming County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2024-82129

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR SCI Muncy

Opening Date

04/22/2024

Closing Date

5/6/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30320

Position Number

50368142

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00115500

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Muncy

Worksite Address

6454 State Route 405

City

Muncy, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17756

Contact Name

Treina Brinkley

Contact Email

tbrinkley@pa.gov

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you seeking new opportunities to face fresh challenges and have a meaningful impact on a diverse and unique community? The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) is currently searching for a committed and diligent Nurse Aide to join the team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) in Muncy. If you possess the necessary skills and are eager to embark on a fulfilling career in the medical field, the DOC welcomes you

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Nurse Aide, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will deliver care in various areas such as skilled care, personal care, outpatient, and general population, performing basic nursing skills and procedures to maintain inmate health and ensuring proper documentation. Your responsibilities will include collecting specimens, assisting with daily living activities, and participating in life skills programming by following care plans, providing interventions, and documenting nursing care. Additionally, you will be expected to respond to emergency situations by performing procedures like cardiopulmonary resuscitation, managing obstructed airways, and participating in emergency response drills as required.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment (40-hour work week)

+ Work hours are 1st shift (6:30 AM to 3:00 PM), every other weekend and holiday off, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

+ 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.

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 willnot 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:

+ 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.aspxand 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

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*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 experiencemustalso 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

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

+ Yes

+ No

04

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

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Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov

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