JOB
The Registered Nurse position at Danville State Hospital offers a chance to make a real difference each day. This role lets you support individuals who depend on skilled and compassionate care. You will join an agency that values teamwork, learning, and high-quality service. Step into a career where your dedication can change lives.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position provides professional nursing care to individuals who rely on skilled assessment and treatment. It involves working with a team to support physical, mental, and emotional health needs. As a Registered Nurse, you will perform the following duties:
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Nursing Assessment: Evaluate the physical, mental, and emotional status of consumers
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Care Planning: Develop and adjust treatment plans using nursing standards and facility guidelines
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Medication Oversight: Administer medications and monitor responses to treatment
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Team Collaboration: Work with interdisciplinary staff to coordinate care and share important observations
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Safety Practices: Follow crisis prevention, infection control, and safety procedures in all care settings
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Staff Guidance: Provide direction, support, and education to assigned personnel
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment.
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Positions are available on 2nd shift (6 shifts of 6:45pm-7:15am along with 1 shift of 2:45pm to 11:15pm, 30 minute lunch).
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Rotating schedule, work every other weekend, and holidays as assigned.
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2nd shift receives $1.25/hour shift differential
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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.
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May change based on operational needs.
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Overtime: As needed.
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FREE PARKING!
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The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $88,982.00 (before taxes).
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL 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).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
