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Registered Nurse - Danville State Hospital (2nd Shift) (8 Hour Shifts)
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaMontour County, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Jun 2026
💰 $111,956/yr($89,882/yr – $111,956/yr)
About the role
Posting number: CS-2026-52172-30420
Department: Department of Human Services
Division: HS Danville St Hosp
Job classification: Registered Nurse
Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy
Categories: Nursing
Summary
The Registered Nurse position at Danville State Hospital offers a chance to make a real difference each day. This role lets you support individuals who depend on skilled and compassionate care. You will join an agency that values teamwork, learning, and high-quality service. Step into a career where your dedication can change lives.20250527053427_DHS.jpg
Examples of duties
This position provides professional nursing care to individuals who rely on skilled assessment and treatment. It involves working with a team to support physical, mental, and emotional health needs. As a Registered Nurse, you will perform the following duties:
- Nursing Assessment: Evaluate the physical, mental, and emotional status of consumers
- Care Planning: Develop and adjust treatment plans using nursing standards and facility guidelines
- Medication Oversight: Administer medications and monitor responses to treatment
- Team Collaboration: Work with interdisciplinary staff to coordinate care and share important observations
- Safety Practices: Follow crisis prevention, infection control, and safety procedures in all care settings
- Staff Guidance: Provide direction, support, and education to assigned personnel
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.
- Positions are available on 2nd shift, 2:45 PM to 11:15 PM, with a 30 minute lunch.
- Rotating schedule, work every other weekend, and holidays as assigned.
- 2nd shift receives $1.25/hour shift differential
- New hires may be eligible for a $1,000.00 Retention Incentive Payment, provided you meet all criteria outlined in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- May change based on operational needs.
- Overtime: As needed.
- FREE PARKING!
- The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $88,982.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONSNecessary 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 drug screening.
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