Registered Nurse Instructor

Salary : $86,189.00 - $107,345.00 Annually

Location : Erie County, PA

Job Type : Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number : CS-2025-18190-30610

Department : Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division : MV Nrsg Soldiers Sailors

Opening Date : 02 / 11 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 25 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Code : 30610

Position Number : 00105883

Union : SEIU - Healthcare PA

Bargaining Unit : P4

Pay Group : ST08

Bureau / Division Code : 00134180

Bureau / Division : Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home

Worksite Address : 560 East 3rd Street

City : Erie, Pennsylvania

Zip Code : 16507

Contact Name : Vanity Lomax

Contact Phone : 814.878.4974

Contact Email : vlomax@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about making a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of both veterans and nurses? The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home is seeking a dynamic and confident Registered Nurse Instructor. In this pivotal role, you will have the exceptional opportunity to shape the future of nursing by training and mentoring new nurses who will provide outstanding care to veterans and their spouses. Your work will play a crucial role in ensuring these heroes receive the top-quality care they truly deserve.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will be responsible for creating, organizing, and delivering professional educational resources and training programs that align with licensure regulations, standards, and requirements. You will conduct research, develop, and plan lessons on a wide range of health-related topics based on the needs of the facility and staff. Additionally, you will teach and lead lectures on various aspects of nursing practice, validating procedures and practices through ongoing research and continuing education. You will also design, implement, and assess a comprehensive orientation program for all new nursing staff while monitoring and documenting their progress throughout the orientation period. Furthermore, you will ensure that certified nurse aides complete all necessary training and in-service hours as mandated by the relevant licensing agencies.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Work schedule is flexible.
• Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements :

Special Requirements :

Other Requirements :

Legal Requirements :

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 :

Veterans :

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) :

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

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We 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.

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We 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 Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight 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 Culture

We 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.

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Do you possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; or do you possess an active temporary permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania?

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If yes, please list the state that issued your license, your license number, and the expiration date. If you answered no to the question above, please type N / A in the box below.

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Do you possess a conferred master's degree in nursing, nursing education, nursing administration, health care administration, public health, or health promotion?

If you are claiming credits / degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

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Do you possess a conferred bachelor's degree in nursing, nursing education, nursing administration, health care administration, public health, or health promotion?

If you are claiming credits / degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

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How many years of full-time professional nursing experience do you possess?

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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 experience must also 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.

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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience / training. List the employer(s) / training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience / training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - CONDUCTS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Conducts orientation programs to familiarize new employees with facility layout, organization, policies, and procedures; and conducts programs in elementary and advanced nursing theory and practice, such as patient / client care, body mechanics, CPR / First Aid, documentation procedures, medication and treatment administration, principles of infection control, physical assessment, nursing process and nursing specialties (gerontology, psychiatry and mental health, mental intellectual disabilities, obstetrics, pediatrics, medical / surgical nursing, community health, nursing administration, etc.).

Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N / A in the box below.

The training program(s) you conducted

The actual duties you performed

Your level of responsibility

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education / training related to this work behavior, type N / A in the text box below.

Course Title

Credits / Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - DEVELOPS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Prepares lesson plans for personnel participating in nursing / health care education activities; and completes reports to document training and learning progress.

Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N / A in the box below.

The nursing / health care education program(s) you developed

The type(s) of training reports you prepared

The actual duties you performed

Your level of responsibility

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education / training related to this work behavior, type N / A in the text box below.

Course Title

Credits / Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - EVALUATES TRAINING NEEDS AND MAINTAINS RECORDS

Evaluates educational development of staff (RNs, LPNs, Aides, etc.) upon completion of training activities including observing work assignments in the unit-clinical areas of the facility; and maintains educational records of personnel to document nursing and health care training and development received, and seminars / workshops attended.

Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N / A in the box below.

The evaluation method(s) used for educational programs and staffing needs

The type(s) of records system you used

The actual duties you performed

Your level of responsibility

Required Question