Registered Nurse Supervisor - , PA, United States - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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Registered Nurse Supervisor

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Registered Nurse Supervisor

Salary

$92, $120,177.00 Annually

Location

Allegheny County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number


CS
Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Nrsg Swvc

Opening Date

04/26/2024

Closing Date

5/14/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30430

Position Number

Union

OPEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania

Bargaining Unit

P5

Pay Group

ST09

Bureau / Division Code

Bureau / Division

Department of Military and Veterans Affairs/Southwestern Veterans' Center

Worksite Address

7060 Highland Drive

City

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15206

Contact Name

Natalie Fewell

Contact Phone

Contact Email

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THE POSITION

NOTE:

THIS IS A REPOSTING OF
CSIF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MARCH 28, 2024 TO APRIL 11, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking hard-working and caring people who are dedicated to taking care of our residents.

The Southwestern Veterans' Center offers veterans and their spouses superior care.

If you are an ambitious, confident Registered Nurse Supervisor committed to providing amazing resident care, this job is for you

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 WORK

Our Registered Nurse Supervisors are responsible for the total care of residents and supervision of nursing care in assigned areas on assigned shift at the Southwestern Veterans' Center ensuring adherence to HIPAA standards.

In doing this, you will have the ability to improve our resident's quality of life by providing the best care possible.

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 2nd shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM), with 30-minute lunch; works 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 & ELIGIBILITY


QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 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:

• 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 currentlywaivedfor 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 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 willnot 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 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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs- .

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/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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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 and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do 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
• No

02

If 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.

03

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Registered Nurse for three or more years full-time?

• Yes
• No

04

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 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.

05

Do 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
• No

06

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 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.

07

You 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 ) .

• Yes

08

WORK BEHAVIOR - DIRECT DELIVERY OF NURSING CARE

Provide 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 Activities

Selectany 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.

09

WORK BEHAVIOR - DIRECT DELIVERY OF NURSING CARE

Levels of Experience

SelectoneLevel 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.

10

In 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.

11

WORK BEHAVIOR - PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING CARE

Administer 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 Activities

Selectany 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.

12

WORK BEHAVIOR - PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING CARE

Levels of Experience

SelectoneLevel 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.

13

In 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.

14

WORK BEHAVIOR - COORDINATION OF NURSING CARE

Coordinate 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 Activities

Selectany 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.

15

WORK BEHAVIOR - COORDINATION OF NURSING CARE

Levels of Experience

SelectoneLevel 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.

16

In 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.

17

WORK BEHAVIOR - SUPERVISION/ADMINISTRATION OF NURSING CARE

Supervise 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 Activities

Selectany 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.

18

WORK BEHAVIOR - SUPERVISION/ADMINISTRATION OF NURSING CARE

Levels of Experience

SelectoneLevel 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.

19

In 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.

20

Are 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
• No

21

If 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.

22

Do you have at least one year of paid professional nursing experience in the patient care area of geriatric, psychiatric, or corrections nursing?

• Yes
• No

23

List the employer(s)/institution(s) noted on your application where you gained this experience.

Required Question

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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