Registered Nurse - SCI Albion

Posting number: CS-

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: CR ALB Med

Job classification: Registered Nurse

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Corrections, Nursing

As a Registered Nurse with the Department of Corrections (DOC), you will play a vital role in supporting the health and well‑being of patients at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) s position gives you the chance to deliver direct nursing care and respond to a wide range of medical needs. Your work will help maintain a stable environment, support treatment plans, and improve patient outcomes.

Join a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and dependable care.

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This role focuses on delivering nursing care, supporting treatment plans, and responding to medical needs within a correctional setting. You will help maintain patient safety, provide hands‑on care, and support clinical operations throughout the facility.

As a Registered Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

• Nursing Care: Administer medications, perform treatments, and support daily living needs for patients
• Clinical Support: Assist clinicians with examinations, testing, screenings, and immunizations
• Emergency Response: Provide first aid, CPR, AED assistance, and refer patients for advanced care when needed
• Record Management: Document medical information, prepare reports, and maintain electronic health records
• Infection Control: Follow procedures to ensure safe practices and prevent the spread of illness
• Skill Development: Participate in training sessions and maintain knowledge of facility policies

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

• Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week.
• 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)
• Available shifts include:
  • 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM)
  • Alternative work schedules may be available, depending on operational needs.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $89,882.00 (before taxes)
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.

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 (1) 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 for this job posting. At the time of appointment to a position, you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Registered Nurse license.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

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