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Licensed Practical Nurse - SCI Smithfield
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaHuntingdon County, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Aug 2026
💰 $86,022/yr($68,914/yr – $86,022/yr)
About the role
Posting number: CS-2026-56282-30250
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: CR SMI Med
Job classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy
Categories: Corrections, Nursing, Medical/Dental
Summary
A Licensed Practical Nurse with the Department of Corrections (DOC) plays an important part in building a healthier and more caring community for inmates at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield. This role gives you the chance to use your skills to create a strong and lasting difference every day. It offers a meaningful path for growth and helps you prepare for the next step in your career. We welcome your dedication and encourage you to bring your best to a team that values purpose, compassion, and steady performance.
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Examples of duties
This position supports the health and daily care needs of inmates and staff within the institution. It focuses on providing attentive, consistent care that promotes safety and well-being.
As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:
- Nursing Care: Implement nursing care plans, check vital signs, administer medications, and perform treatments
- Assessment Duties: Observe inmates and report physical and emotional behaviors
- Medication Management: Prepare and administer medications ordered by the physician and record all treatments
- Therapeutic Support: Carry out therapeutic treatments prescribed for inmates
- Infection Control: Follow all required infection control procedures
- Daily Living Assistance: Assist inmates with daily living activities and hygiene to ensure basic physical care needs are met
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.
- Full-time employment, 40 hour work week.
- The Department of Corrections is staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Work hours TO BE DETERMINED.
- 1st shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
- 2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
- 3rd shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM
- This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
- 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 $68,914.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Necessary Special Requirements:- This position requires active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
- All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Licensed Practical 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 completing a licensed practical nursing program 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 Licensed Practical Nurse license.
- Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
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