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Registered Nurse

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Danville, PA • 5h ago

Job order closes 11/9/26 11:59 pm Eastern

Salary $89,882.00 - $111,956.00 Annually

Location Montour County, PA

Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number CS-2026-61705-30420

Department Department of Human Services

Division HS Bur Juv Jus Srvs Estrn Rgn

Opening Date 10/27/2026

Closing Date 11/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code 30420

Position Number 00220721

Union SEIU - Healthcare PA

Bargaining Unit P4

Pay Group ST08

Bureau / Division Code 00210783

Bureau / Division Department of Human Services - Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services - Eastern Region

Worksite Address North Central Secure Treatment Unit

Worksite Address 36 Kirkbride Drive Danville, Pennsylvania 17821

Contact Name HHS Intake

Contact Email ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov

The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, North Central Secure Treatment Unit (NCSTU) is seeking a Registered Nurse who is ready to make a difference in Montour County. In this role, you help ensure residents receive timely care, clear communication, and essential support. Your work contributes to a safe and healthy setting where every person is treated with dignity. Take on a role that builds confidence and purpose.

This position plays a key role in supporting the medical needs of residents through hands-on nursing care and detailed coordination of clinical services. The work helps maintain safe, accurate, and consistent healthcare across the facility.

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

Medication Management: Prepare medications, follow provider orders, and maintain accurate storage and records

Resident Care: Monitor health needs, schedule evaluations, and ensure timely follow-up of medical concerns

Communication Duties: Share essential medical information with staff, providers, and the next shift for consistent care

Record Keeping: Maintain organized medical files, manage reports, and oversee required documentation

Health Education: Provide guidance on wellness topics and support residents in understanding their medical needs

Care Coordination: Arrange appointments, manage immunization schedules, and assist with transportation as needed

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment

Work hours: Work schedule consists of shift work in a 24/7 operation to include day, evening and holiday rotation:

10 working days in 14 day period

8-hour shifts with a half-hour duty-free lunch. Rotating shifts to cover a 24/7 facility.

Travel and overtime as needed.

Shift work: Yes

May change based on operational needs.

Must be willing to accept employment at North Central Secure Treatment Unit and commute to this location in Montour County.

The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

New hires may be eligible for a $1000.00 Retention Incentive Payment, provided you meet all criteria outlined in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Salary: 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. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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 (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.

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 Child Protective Services Law.

Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your 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.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use o

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