Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Registered Nurse Supervisor in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4443467 THE POSITION
Are you a dedicated, driven Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of veterans and their families? We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse Supervisor at the Southwestern Veterans Center where you can showcase your leadership, clinical expertise, and creativity to provide superior care and support. Join us at the Department of Military & Veteran Affairs and lead by example in serving those who served our country.
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK Our Registered Nurse Supervisors at the Southwestern Veterans Center have the responsibility of ensuring the comprehensive care of residents and overseeing nursing care in designated areas during assigned shifts, while adhering to HIPAA standards. In order to meet facility accreditation requirements, you will provide general supervision, guidance, and support to all nurses on each shift in implementing daily healthcare activities, treatments, and medications for residents. You will also be responsible for observing residents' conditions, documenting daily care provided, and fulfilling various supervisory duties such as planning, evaluating work, selecting employees, resolving issues, and maintaining nursing care hours as per regulations. Additionally, you will handle resident and employee complaints, plan for necessary medical equipment and supplies, and schedule adequate personnel to meet the needs of residents. Through these efforts, you contribute to enhancing the quality of life for our residents by delivering exceptional care.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 40-hour work week Work hours are 1st Shift 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. 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:
Three years as a Registered Nurse (commonwealth title); or 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 Requirements: All positions require 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. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. 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:
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 eeting 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. 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
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.