Nurse Aide - SCI Laurel Highlands - State of Pennsylvania : Job Details

Salary: $44,294.00 - $56,646.00 Annually Location : Somerset County, PA Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number: N-2025-32735 Department: Department of Corrections Division: CR LAU Med Opening Date: 09/02/2025 Closing Date: 9/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code: 30320 Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union: AFSCME Bargaining Unit: N1 Pay Group: ST03 Bureau / Division Code: 00114430 Bureau / Division: State Correctional Institution at Laurel Highlands Worksite Address: 5706 Glades Pike City: Somerset, Pennsylvania Zip Code: 15501 Contact Name: Corleen Schmucker Contact Phone: 717.###.#### Contact Email: [email protected] THE POSITION Serve a diverse population and build a better future! The State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands is seeking Nurse Aides who thrive in a dynamic setting. As a Nurse Aide, you will have the unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of incarcerated individuals by providing them with quality health care and helping them improve their physical and mental well-being. Our team is composed of driven and empathetic individuals who are committed to utilizing their skills and passion for the betterment of our community. If you are ready for a fulfilling career that is anything but ordinary, apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Nurse Aide, you will administer care in the areas of skilled care, personal care, outpatient, and general population. You will utilize basic nursing skills and nursing procedures to maintain optimum inmate health and provide quality care such as obtaining vital signs, weights, and other measurements. You will also complete documentation as required; collect specimens as directed by the registered nurse for urine, feces, and sputum; and assist inmates with daily living activities and hygiene to ensure their basic physical care needs are met. In this role, you will participate in life skills programming by following nursing care plan orders, providing care and interventions consistent with inmate's needs, and documenting on assigned aspects of the nursing care plan. Other key duties of the position include participating in emergency response drills, as well as performing procedures such as CPR and obstructed airway. 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
• The Department of Corrections is staffed by 3 work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
  • 1st shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM; 2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM; and 3rd shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM
  • 8-hour shifts with rotating days off
• Work hours TO BE DETERMINED
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• 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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; or
• Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.

Special Requirement:

• This position is assigned to a long-term or specialized care facility and requires active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

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).
• 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.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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our 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.* Compensation & Financial Planning 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.* Values and Culture 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. Employee Perks Sometimes, 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 visit and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Do you possess six or more months of full-time paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents?

• Yes
• No

02 If 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 experience must also 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. 03 Do you possess active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry?

• Yes
• No

04 If yes, please list your certification number and expiration date below. If you do not have a certification, please list N/A in the text box. Required Question