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Licensed Practical Nurse - SCI Muncy

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Montgomery, PAFull-time$69–84K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$69–84K/yr
Location
Montgomery, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Pennsylvania LPN License Or Temporary Permit

Job overview

The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to support the health needs of individuals in its care at SCI Muncy. The nurse delivers routine care, assists practitioners and registered nurses, administers medications, and supports emergency response. The position is full-time, with shifts covering the facility around the clock; work hours are determined by operational needs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Nursing CareHealth ScreeningMedication AdministrationEmergency ResponseHealth Education

Qualifications

Pennsylvania LPN License or Temporary PermitBasic Training CompletionBackground InvestigationCJIS ComplianceLicensed Practical Nursing Program

Benefits

401(k) Match

Full job description

Salary $68,914.00 - $84,332.00 Annually Location Lycoming County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-61880-30250 Department Department of Corrections Division CR MUN Med Opening Date 11/02/2026 Closing Date 11/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 30250 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit N1 Pay Group ST06 Bureau / Division Code 00115230 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Muncy Worksite Address 6454 State Rte 405 Hwy City Muncy, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17756 Contact Name Treina Brinkley Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Join the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections as a Licensed Practical Nurse and help support the health and well-being of individuals in our care. This role gives you the chance to use your clinical skills in a meaningful and steady environment. You will be part of a supportive team that values dedication and compassion. Make a real difference every day as a Licensed Practical Nurse with SCI Muncy. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This role supports the health needs of the offender population by delivering direct nursing care and assisting the broader medical team. You will use hands-on clinical skills to support daily health operations and maintain safe care practices. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties: 1. Clinical Support: Provide routine nursing care and assist practitioners and registered nurses during daily procedures 2. Health Assessments: Complete screenings and take part in physical health evaluations for offenders 3. Medication Duties: Administer medications safely and follow established medical guidelines 4. Emergency Response: Assist during medical emergencies and support team efforts to stabilize conditions 5. Training Participation: Attend in service sessions and contribute to maintaining compliance with inspection standards 6. Health Education: Share basic health related information with staff and offenders when appropriate Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment, 40-hour work week. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. Work hours TO BE DETERMINED. 5. Alternative work schedules may be available, depending on operational needs. 6. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. 7. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 8. Please Note: 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). 9. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Necessary Special Requirements: 1. This position requires active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practice Nurse in Pennsylvania. 2. 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Necessary Special Requirements: 1. This position requires active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practice Nurse in Pennsylvania. 2. All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain lice sure as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Other Requirements: 1. PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. 2. If you are within 60 days of completing a licensed practical nursing program 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 Licensed Practical Nurse license. 3. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. 4. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: 1. You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. How to Apply: 1. 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). 2. 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. 3. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date*.* Late applications ... For full info follow application link. 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.

How this job compares

Set against the 9,862 open Licensed Practical Nurse jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$69–84K/yr
  • Pennsylvania median$59–78K/yr29 salary ranges
  • US median$53–74K/yr668 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $77K, is 11% above the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($69K) — in the middle half of Licensed Practical Nurse salary ranges in Pennsylvania.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 584 open Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Pennsylvania and 9,862 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (2,571 postings).
Education
21 of the 9,862 open Licensed Practical Nurse jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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