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An exceptional and exciting opportunity awaits you within the nursing department at Torrance State Hospital! Start the next chapter of your nursing career with the Department of Human Services as a Registered Nurse Supervisor. If you are an enthusiastic, caring, compassionate, detail-oriented individual, we encourage you to apply today to work as part of our dedicated team of professionals!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Registered Nurse Supervisor, you will regularly communicate and collaborate with the Chief Nurse Executive, Nurse Manager I, and other supervisors to assure consistent continuity of care and supervision. You will serve as a resource person to nursing staff, nursing administration, members of the interdisciplinary team, and patient support services. Through daily physical presence, you will continuously review all phases of nursing services and function as a patient advocate to ensure that consumers are provided with appropriate and effective treatment. A crucial responsibility of this role is to provide direct clinical supervision and leadership by planning, directing, controlling, and evaluating the delivery of patient care in multiple patient care areas.
The Registered Nurse Supervisor establishes and maintains a safe therapeutic environment for patients and staff, participates and monitors attendance in staff development programs, and identifies and provides ongoing orientation/education and on-the-job training to professional and non-professional nursing personnel. You will apply knowledge and follow hospital/nursing policies and procedures, participate in Nursing Performance Improvement and Hospital Performance Improvement activities as well as nursing and facility committees/activities, and utilize therapeutic communication. This professional provides knowledgeable daily communication with consumers and all employees and maintains records, prepares reports, completes employee evaluations and competency assessments in addition to performing other related duties as requested. It is vital that you are able to demonstrate competency in application of techniques and maintain certification in Advance Mandt Training.
The Registered Nurse Supervisor establishes and maintains a safe therapeutic environment for patients and staff, participates and monitors attendance in staff development programs, and identifies and provides ongoing orientation/education and on-the-job training to professional and non-professional nursing personnel. You will apply knowledge and follow hospital/nursing policies and procedures, participate in Nursing Performance Improvement and Hospital Performance Improvement activities as well as nursing and facility committees/activities, and utilize therapeutic communication. This professional provides knowledgeable daily communication with consumers and all employees and maintains records, prepares reports, completes employee evaluations and competency assessments in addition to performing other related duties as requested. It is vital that you are able to demonstrate competency in application of techniques and maintain certification in Advance Mandt Training.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
- Work hours: 1st Shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) with a 30-minute lunch.
- In a 2-week period, the RNS has every other weekend off and 2 other days off during that time.
- May change based on operational needs.
- Overtime: as needed
- Travel: as needed
- FREE PARKING!
- 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:
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.
Necessary Special Requirements:
- You must possess 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.
- 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 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 will 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.
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.
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We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
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We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
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We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
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