Registered Nurse Supervisor - SCI Mercer

Salary $98,144.00 - $127,834.00 Annually Location Mercer County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-61253-30430 Department Department of Corrections Division CR MER Med Opening Date 10/26/2026 Closing Date 11/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 30430 Position Number 00128642 Union OPEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania Bargaining Unit P5 Pay Group ST09 Bureau / Division Code 00114830 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Mercer Worksite Address 801 Butler Pike City Mercer, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16137 Contact Name Maria Traficante Contact Phone 717.705.9033 Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Advance your nursing career with the Department of Corrections (DOC)! The State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mercer is looking for a strong and dedicated Registered Nurse Supervisor who is ready to lead nursing care with confidence. This role allows you to guide staff, support patient care, and help maintain high clinical standards. Your leadership will shape the quality of services provided to the inmate population. Be a part of a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impact every day. DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position provides supervision, direction, and clinical oversight for nursing services within the institution. As a Registered Nurse Supervisor, you will perform the following duties: 1. Staff Supervision: Oversee nursing staff, provide training, schedule coverage, and guide daily operations 2. Clinical Support: Assist with assessments, treatments, medication administration, and patient education 3. Emergency Care: Respond to medical emergencies, provide first aid, and support clinical decision making 4. Record Management: Document care, review medical records, and prepare reports for patient movement or release 5. Supply Oversight: Maintain inventory, sterilize equipment, and ensure treatment areas remain fully stocked 6. Ongoing Development: Attend training, stay updated on policies, and maintain required job skills Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment, 40 hours per week 2. The Department of Corrections is staffed by 2 work shifts for this position. 3. 1st shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and 2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM 4. Alternative work schedules may be available, depending on operational needs 5. Work hours for this position are to be determined. 6. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 7. **Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 8. 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: 1. Three years as a Registered Nurse (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 2. Four years of professional nursing experience providing care and treatment services consistent with those needed for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness and/or a developmental disability. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. Three years as a Registered Nurse (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or 2. Four years of professional nursing experience providing care and treatment services consistent with those needed for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness and/or a developmental disability. Special equirements: 1. You must possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. 2. If you possess an active temporary practice permit, you must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Other Requirements: 1. PA residency requirementis currently waived for this title. 2. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. 3. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirement: 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. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. 3. Failure to comply with the ... 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.