Reference #: 4388726 THE POSITION NOTE:  THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-76211-30440.  IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM FEBRUARY 16, 2024 TO FEBRUARY 29, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Are you a compassionate, professional Registered Nurse looking to play an integral part of a top-notch nursing team serving a veteran population? The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Southwestern Veterans' Center, is actively recruiting for the position of Nurse Manager 1. This position is key to the entire team of well-trained and caring nursing staff through assisting the Clinical Services Manager in planning, organizing, and directing the administrative and clinical functions of the department.

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. If you are ambitious, confident, and are committed to providing amazing resident care, apply for this Nurse Manager 1 today to see what a career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can offer you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK Duties of a Nurse Manager 1 include administering nursing services and making decisions based on policy, experience, and training. You also provide input into the development of policies to assure compliance with all internal and external rules and regulations.

Other duties include overseeing and participating in the observation of residents' conditions and handling appropriately. You also inspect the nursing units of the facility for regulatory compliance and to address resident care needs. Some of your supervisory duties include scheduling and assigning work, evaluating performance, approving or denying leave requests, conducting performance management, and initiating progressive disciplinary measures. This includes participating in the resolution of staff problems by reviewing grievances and complaints, conducting investigations, holding discussions with employees, and recommending solutions.

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-hour work week Work hours are 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Weekends, as needed, if operational need exists Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years as a Registered Nurse Supervisor or three years as a Registered Nurse Instructor (commonwealth titles) in a facility providing care and services for people with a mental or physical injury, illness, or developmental disability; or Six years of professional nursing experience, which includes one year in a supervisory or consultative capacity providing nursing care and services for people with a mental or physical injury, illness, or developmental disability; and a bachelor's degree in nursing, nursing education, or nursing administration. A master's degree in nursing, nursing education, or nursing administration may be substituted for up to one year of the required general professional nursing work experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year in a supervisory or consultative capacity providing nursing care and services for people with a mental or physical injury, illness, or 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 requirementis currently waived for this title. 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. 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 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 will 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%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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.

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.

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.