Applications accepted until Monday, April 1, 2024, at 11:59 pm eastern.  You MUST apply on our website using the link provided to be considered for this position.

　　THE POSITION

　　The Department of Human Services, Warren State Hospital is seeking a reliable and caring Registered Nurse (RN) who wants to enjoy a rewarding career while helping to care for individuals who have serious mental illness.  

　　You will be part of a dedicated team focused on improving individuals' mental health and quality of life by providing care during their mental health recovery. Come join the DHS team, apply today!   

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　You will provide professional nursing care and treatment services.  Such duties will include assessing the patients' physical, psychosocial, and/or mental health status, as well as utilizing nursing diagnosis and treatment in developing and implementing an individual treatment plan. Performing as a charge nurse, you will direct and coordinate nursing care delivery on an assigned unit, applying professional and psychiatric nursing concepts, techniques, and procedures in patient care.  

　　Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.Full-time employment.Work hours are 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) with 30-minute lunch.Rotating schedule, work weekends and holidays as assigned.Travel: As needed.Overtime: As needed.May change based on operational needs.Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.FREE PARKING!Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.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:* **

　　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.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:

　　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.A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test.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. 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 [email protected] 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. 

　　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.