Licensed Practical Nurse - SCI Greene

Are you passionate about providing hands‑on nursing care and supporting the health needs of individuals in a correctional setting? As a Licensed Practical Nurse with the Department of Corrections, you will help deliver important medical services that promote patient well‑being and continuity of care at the State Correctional Institution ( SCI) at Greene . Your skills will support treatment plans, medication administration, and daily health services.

Make a lasting impact through meaningful work that helps others every day.

Are you passionate about providing hands‑on nursing care and supporting the health needs of individuals in a correctional setting? As a Licensed Practical Nurse with the Department of Corrections, you will help deliver important medical services that promote patient well‑being and continuity of care at the State Correctional Institution ( SCI) at Greene . Your skills will support treatment plans, medication administration, and daily health services.

Make a lasting impact through meaningful work that helps others every day.

In this position, you will provide direct nursing care and support medical services within a correctional healthcare setting. You will assist with treatment plans, patient monitoring, medication administration, recordkeeping, and emergency response activities. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:

• Patient Care:
  Implement nursing care plans, monitor patient conditions, and assist with daily living and hygiene needs
• Medication Administration:
  Prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments while maintaining accurate records
• Health Monitoring:
  Observe physical and emotional conditions, identify healthcare needs, and report findings to appropriate medical staff
• Emergency Response:
  Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid, CPR, or AED assistance when necessary
• Medical Documentation:
  Record, retrieve, and maintain health information, reports, and controlled substance records
• Supply Management:
  Sterilize instruments, monitor inventory levels, and maintain adequate treatment area supplies

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

• Full-time employment, 40 hour work week.
• The Department of Corrections is staffed by three work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. These shifts include 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). You r work schedule is to be determined. 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.
• Salary:
  Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $68,914 .00 ( before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.

• This position requires active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• If you are within 60 days of completing a licensed practical nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing,…