Registered Nurse North Central Secure Treatment Unit, Montour County

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Registered Nurse - North Central Secure Treatment Unit, Montour County

Salary

$89,882.00 - $111,956.00 Annually

Location

Montour County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-55460-30420

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Bur Juv Jus Srvs Estrn Rgn

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30420

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

SEIU - Healthcare PA

Bargaining Unit

P4

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00210783

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services / Eastern Region

Worksite Address

North Central Secure Treatment Unit

Worksite Address

36 Kirkbride Drive

City

Danville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17821

Contact Name

HHS Intake

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The position

The Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services, North Central Secure Treatment Unit (NCSTU) provides dedicated, high-quality care to at-risk youth residents. We are seeking hard-working, enthusiastic, compassionate, and reliable individuals who are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents located in Montour County.

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Description of work

This position supports resident health and medical needs through organized care, clear communication, and timely action. It involves working closely with medical providers, program staff, and residents to ensure all care requirements are met.

As a Registered Nurse, you will perform the following

duties

• Medication Management: Prepare, administer, and track medications for residents while following established procedures
• Medical Scheduling: Arrange and maintain resident medical, dental, optometry, and psychiatric appointments
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate medical records, review bills, and ensure all documentation is complete
• Care Coordination: Communicate essential medical needs to staff and collaborate with medical providers and treatment teams
• Health Monitoring: Check medical supplies, monitor resident health needs, and report unusual behaviors or concerns
• Emergency Support: Provide immediate care to residents or employees until additional medical help arrives

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Work hours: Work schedule consists of shift work in a 24/7 operation to include day, evening and holiday rotation:
• 10 working days in 14 day period
• 8-hour shifts with a half-hour duty-free lunch
• Shifts: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM & 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM
• Rotating shifts to cover a 24/7 facility.
• Must be willing to accept employment at North Central Secure Treatment Unit and commute to this location in Montour Count y.
• FREE PARKING!
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• New hires may be eligible for a $1000.00 Retention Incentive Payment, provided you meet all criteria outlined in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $89,882.00 (before taxes).
• 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

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

• A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and a drug screening test.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
• Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint 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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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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Health & Wellness

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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