Nurse Aide - SCI Laurel Highlands

Nurse Aide - SCI Laurel Highlands

Salary : $44,294.00 - $56,646.00 Annually Location : Somerset County, PA Job Type : Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number : N-2025-36077 Department : Department of Corrections Division : CR LAU Med Opening Date : 11 / 03 / 2025 Closing Date : 11 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern Position Number : Multiple Positions May Be Filled Under This Posting Union : AFSCME Bargaining Unit N1 Pay Group : ST03 Bureau / Division Code : 00114430 Worksite Address : 5706 Glades Pike City : Somerset, Pennsylvania Zip Code : 15501 Contact Name : Corleen Schmucker Contact Phone : 717.562.5736 Contact Email : cschmucker@pa.gov

The Position

The Department of Corrections is seeking compassionate and dedicated Nurse Aides to join our exceptional health care team. In this important role, you will play a key part in implementing individualized care plans for inmates housed at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands. Do not miss this opportunity to turn your skills into service. Apply today and unlock a rewarding future where your work truly matters!

Description Of Work

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide skilled, personal, outpatient, and general population types of care. Duties include monitoring and recording vital signs, height, and weight, as well as collecting specimens such as urine, feces, and sputum. You will demonstrate compassion and respect as you assist inmates with basic personal hygiene tasks including hair, oral, and nail care, as well as bathing and dressing. Other daily tasks include making beds and changing linens as needed, preparing and serving food trays, assisting with feeding, and documenting eating habits. You will also strictly follow infection control procedures and universal health care precautions. Take the next step in your career and make a positive difference with us!

Work Schedule And Additional Information

Full-time employment, 40 hours per 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. 8-hour 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), with rotating days off and a 30-minute lunch. Work schedules are to be determined at the time of hire. Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position. 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 : Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry;or Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents. Special Requirement : This position is assigned to a long-term or specialized care facility and requires active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry. Additional Requirements : Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements : You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How To Apply

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 (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 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.

Total Rewards

Health & Wellness : 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.

• Compensation & Financial Planning : 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. Employee Perks : Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
• Eligibility rules apply.