Registered Nurse Supervisor - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania : Job Details

Registered Nurse SupervisorPrint ( Nurse SupervisorSalary$94,118.00 - $122,576.00 AnnuallyLocationErie County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2025-18633-30430DepartmentDepartment of Military & Veterans AffairsDivisionMV Nrsg Soldiers SailorsOpening Date02/19/2025Closing Date3/5/2025 11:59 PM EasternJob Code30430Position Number00005545UnionOPEIU Healthcare PennsylvaniaBargaining UnitP5Pay GroupST09Bureau / Division Code00134180Bureau / DivisionPennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' HomeWorksite Address560 East 3rd StreetCityErie, PennsylvaniaZip Code16507Contact NameVanity LomaxContact Phone814.###.####Contact [email protected]+ Description+ Benefits+ QuestionsTHE POSITIONBring your nursing skills to the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs! We are seeking a hardworking and caring person to help us continue providing superior care to Pennsylvania's veterans at the Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home. If you are an ambitious, confident Registered Nurse Supervisor, apply today!Watch this video ( to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Registered Nurse Supervisor, you will be responsible for the total care of residents and supervision of nursing care at Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home. In this position, you will plan, organize, and evaluate the delivery of health services in quality of care and quality of life areas. As a supervisor, you will perform duties such as assigning and evaluating work, interviewing and selecting employees, initiating disciplinary actions, and coaching and counseling employees. Your duties will also include monitoring daily documentation, observing residents' conditions, and assigning adequate numbers of personnel to meet the needs of the residents. Additionally, you will assess and report serious incidents, as well as identify actual and potential safety and health hazards for residents and staff.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 hours per week+ Work hours are 1st shift, 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. You will be required to work rotating days and every other weekend.+ 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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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 ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currently waivedfor 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 willnotbe 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).+ 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 Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .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/testoncefor this posting.+ Your results will be provided via email.Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo ( !See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.Health & WellnessWe 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.*Compensation & Financial PlanningWe 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 BalanceWe 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.*Values and CultureWe 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.Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.*Eligibility rules apply.01Do you possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; or do you possess an active temporary permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania?+ Yes+ No02If you answered Yes to the above question, please list the state that issued your license, your license number, and the expiration date. If you answered no to the question above, please type N/A in the box below.03Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Registered Nurse for three or more years full-time?+ Yes+ No04If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.05Do you possess four or more years of full-time 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?+ Yes+ No06If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.07You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) .+ Yes08WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - DIRECT DELIVERY OF NURSING CAREProvide direct delivery of patient care; administer medications and treatments; and utilize the nursing process to observe, assess, report and record physical signs, symptoms and patient responses. This may include patient orientation, education and the obtaining of information used to establish a nursing database for the development of individualized plans of care.Work ActivitiesSelectany or allof the Work Activities you have performed.+ A. Utilize the nursing process which includes assessment of patients, preparation of plan of care, implementation of plan and evaluation of outcomes to observe, assess, report and record physical signs, symptoms and patient responses.+ B. Direct patient care such as medication administration, IV therapy, wound treatment, respiratory treatment and evaluated patient response.+ C. Provide patient education based on assessment of patient history or medical condition.09WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - DIRECT DELIVERY OF NURSING CARELevels of ExperienceSelectoneLevel of Experience that reflects your performance related to the work behavior.+ A. I have routinely instructed or supervised others in how to perform these tasks; OR I have performed the above work activities independently at a registered nursing level.+ B. I have performed the above work activities as a Registered Nurse under the guidance of others more skilled than I am; OR I have performed them independently at a practical nursing level.+ C. I have performed the above work activities in an academic clinical rotation or training in a registered/practical nursing setting.10In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.+ The actual duties you performed related to direct delivery of nursing care.+ Your level of responsibility.11WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING CAREAdminister treatment activities and plans directed toward the promotion, maintenance and restoration of the physical, emotional and mental health of patients. Assess, record and evaluate the patient's progress in achieving therapeutic goals established in plan of care and treatment. Educate patients on beneficial health habits to prevent future health problems. Encourage patient participation as possible.Work ActivitiesSelectany or allof the Work Activities you have performed.+ A. Utilize the nursing process collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to promote, maintain and restore physical, emotional and mental health of the patient.+ B. Implement therapeutic goals from treatment plans and evaluate patient progress and recorded findings.+ C. Implement patient education based on patient abilities and limitations.12WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING CARELevels of ExperienceSelectoneLevel of Experience that reflects your performance related to the work behavior.+ A. I have routinely instructed or supervised others in how to perform these tasks; OR I have performed the above work activities independently at a registered nursing level.+ B. I have performed the above work activities as a Registered Nurse under the guidance of others more skilled than I am; OR I have performed them independently at a practical nursing level.+ C. I have performed the above work activities in an academic clinical rotation or training in a registered/practical nursing setting.13In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.+ The actual duties you performed related to psychosocial nursing care.+ Your level of responsibility.14WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - COORDINATION OF NURSING CARECoordinate the work of professional and non-professional staff to ensure patients are provided proper nursing care and to ensure staff performance meets organizational requirements and goals. Make assessments and decisions in regard to staff utilization, supplies and equipment needs in accordance with safety standards.Work ActivitiesSelectany or allof the Work Activities you have performed.+ A. Direct professional and non-professional staff in the implementation of quality nursing care to patients.+ B. Evaluate and monitor processes and staff through performance improvement and quality management to improve patient care and meet organizational goals.+ C. Assess and make decisions on utilization of equipment and supplies in accordance with safety standards.15WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - COORDINATION OF NURSING CARELevels of ExperienceSelectoneLevel of Experience that reflects your performance related to the work behavior.+ A. I have routinely instructed or supervised others in how to perform these tasks; OR I have performed the above work activities independently at a registered nursing level.+ B. I have performed the above work activities as a Registered Nurse under the guidance of others more skilled than I am; OR I have performed them independently at a practical nursing level.+ C. I have performed the above work activities in an academic clinical rotation or training in a registered/practical nursing setting.16In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.+ The actual duties you performed related to coordination of nursing care.+ Your level of responsibility.17WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - SUPERVISION/ADMINISTRATION OF NURSING CARESupervise or administer the planning, delivery and care of nursing; evaluate the implementation of nursing programs; assess staff and identify training needs; develop and implement training; maintain standards of professional nursing practices, and assure facility compliance with state nursing laws and regulations and Department standards. Direct, monitor and evaluate the work of staff to ensure quality and continuity of nursing care and serve as a resource person.Work ActivitiesSelectany or allof the Work Activities you have performed.+ A. Analyze complex problems in developing plan of action and evaluate the outcome.+ B. Direct, monitor and evaluate work of professional and non-professional staff to ensure quality and continuity of nursing care.+ C. Identify staff training needs and develop and implement training programs.+ D. Act as a resource for nursing direct care staff and interdisciplinary teams.18WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - SUPERVISION/ADMINISTRATION OF NURSING CARELevels of ExperienceSelectoneLevel of Experience that reflects your performance related to the work behavior.+ A. I have performed the above work activities independently at a registered nursing level.+ B. I have performed them independently at a practical nursing level.19In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.+ The name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.+ The actual duties you performed related to supervision/administration.+ Your level of responsibility.20Are you certified in a defined functional or clinical area of nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or a similar professional nursing accrediting agency? Check the appropriate answer.+ Yes+ No21If you are certified in a defined functional or clinical area of nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or a similar professional nursing accrediting agency, please provide the accrediting agency, area of certification, and the corresponding certification number.22Do you have at least one year of paid professional nursing experience in the patient care area of geriatric, psychiatric, or corrections nursing?+ Yes+ No23List the employer(s)/institution(s) noted on your application where you gained this experience.Required QuestionEmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Website