Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
Registered Nurse - Torrance State Hospital (2nd Shift)
Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania, Torrance, Pennsylvania, us, 15779
The Position
The Department of Health and Human Services at Torrance State Hospital is seeking hardworking and caring people who are dedicated to taking care of our residents. Torrance State Hospital offers professional care. If you are an ambitious, confident Registered Nurse committed to providing amazing resident care, this job is for you!
Description of Work Our Registered Nurses are responsible for the total nursing care and related services given to our residents on designated units, ensuring adherence to HIPAA standards. You will establish and maintain a therapeutic environment with emphasis on rehabilitative, restorative, skilled, supportive, and palliative nursing care, improving residents' quality of life by providing the best care possible. Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full‑time employment.
Work hours are 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) with a 30‑minute lunch.
Every other weekend off.
Travel and overtime as needed.
May change based on operational needs.
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Free parking!
The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, and opportunities for career advancement.
Telework : this position does not offer telework.
Salary : Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $92,052.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility Qualifications
Necessary Special Requirements:
This position requires active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one‑year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
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. At the time of appointment you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Registered Nurse license.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test.
This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information in them will not be considered. Information to support your eligibility must be provided on the application.
If you claim education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for the 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 provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. For more about veteran employment preferences, visit www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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.
Examination 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).
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.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Description of Work Our Registered Nurses are responsible for the total nursing care and related services given to our residents on designated units, ensuring adherence to HIPAA standards. You will establish and maintain a therapeutic environment with emphasis on rehabilitative, restorative, skilled, supportive, and palliative nursing care, improving residents' quality of life by providing the best care possible. Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full‑time employment.
Work hours are 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) with a 30‑minute lunch.
Every other weekend off.
Travel and overtime as needed.
May change based on operational needs.
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Free parking!
The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, and opportunities for career advancement.
Telework : this position does not offer telework.
Salary : Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $92,052.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility Qualifications
Necessary Special Requirements:
This position requires active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one‑year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
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. At the time of appointment you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Registered Nurse license.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test.
This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information in them will not be considered. Information to support your eligibility must be provided on the application.
If you claim education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for the 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 provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. For more about veteran employment preferences, visit www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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.
Examination 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).
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.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
#J-18808-Ljbffr