Nurse Aide - SCI Mahanoy

Company: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Location: Frackville
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Nurse Aide - SCI MahanoyPrint (http://agency.governmentjobs.com/pabureau/job_bulletin.cfm?jobID=3865793&sharedWindow=0) ApplyNurse Aide - SCI MahanoySalary $40,434.00 - $51,722.00 AnnuallyLocation Schuylkill County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeDepartmentDepartment of CorrectionsJob NumberN-2023-41980Closing2/1/2023 11:59 PM EasternJob Code30320Position Number00202558UnionAFSCME - Am Fed of State, Cnty, Mun EE'sBargaining UnitN1Pay GroupST03Bureau/Division Code11/4800Bureau/DivisionState Correctional Institution MahanoyWorksite Address301 Grey Line DriveCityFrackville, PennsylvaniaZip Code17931Contact NameHeather ShenenbergerContact Phone717.947.5399Contact Emailhshenenber@pa.gov

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• QuestionsTHE POSITIONMeet new challenges and make a significant difference in a unique and diverse population! The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is actively seeking dedicated and conscientious Nurse Aide for SCI Mahanoy. If you have the required skills and are looking to start a rewarding career in the medical field, the Department of Corrections is looking for you! DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Certified Nurses Aide under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide care in the following areas: Skilled Care, Personal Care, Outpatient, and General Population.Some of the daily duties include, but are not limited to: completing basic nursing skills and nursing procedures to maintain optimum inmate health and provide quality care; completing documentation as required; collecting specimens as directed by the Registered Nurse for urine, feces, and sputum; completing or assisting inmates with daily living activities and hygiene to ensure basic physical care needs are met; participating in Life Skills programming by following nursing care plan orders, providing care/interventions consistent with inmates needs, documenting on assigned aspects of nursing care plan; participating in emergency situations by performing emergency procedures as indicatedCPR, obstructed airway; and participating in emergency response drills as assigned.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description (http://www.occup.state.pa.us/OrgChart/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00202558) .Work Schedule and Additional Information:
  • Full-time employment. 40 hour work week.
  • Work hours are 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm, Sunday - Saturday (rotating days off, every other weekend/holiday), with 30-minute lunch.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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 Requirements:
        • You must pass a background investigation.How to Apply:
          • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will notbe 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. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
            • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !Health & WellnessWe 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 PlanningWe 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 BalanceWe know theres more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six 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 CultureWe 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 PerksSometimes, 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 visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.*Eligibility rules apply.01 Do you possess six months of full-time paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents?
              • Yes
              • No02 CS-MET 1 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
              • No04 If you answered 'yes' to the question above, please provide your state registration number and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered 'no' to the question above, please type NA in the text box below. 05 Preferred Qualification - Do you possess 6 months of paid experience as a Nurse Aide?
              • Yes
              • NoRequired QuestionAgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Websitehttp://www.employment.pa.gov

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