Nurse Aide

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Nurse Aide

Salary

$44,294.00 - $56,646.00 Annually

Location

Schuylkill County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-40799

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR MAH Med

Opening Date

01/16/2026

Closing Date

1/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

30320

Position Number

00242778

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

00114630

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Mahanoy / Medical

Worksite Address

301 Grey Line Drive

City

Frackville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17931

Contact Name

Yen Le

Contact Phone

717.705.5614

Contact Email

hole@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Are you ready to build a career that goes beyond a paycheck? Do you want to embrace new challenges that allow you to create a meaningful and profound impact on the lives of a unique and diverse population? The Department of Corrections is seeking compassionate and dedicated Nurse Aides to join our exceptional health care team. In this important role, you will play a key part in helping to implement individualized care plans for inmates housed at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy. Do not miss this opportunity to turn your skills into service. Apply today and unlock a rewarding future where your work truly matters!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide skilled, personal, outpatient, and general population types of care. Duties include monitoring and recording vital signs, height, and weight, as well as collecting specimens such as urine, feces, and sputum. You will demonstrate compassion and respect as you assist inmates with basic personal hygiene tasks including hair, oral, and nail care, as well as bathing and dressing. Other daily tasks include making beds and changing linens as needed, preparing and serving food trays, assisting with feeding, and documenting eating habits. You will also strictly follow infection control procedures and universal health care precautions. Take the next step in your career and make a positive difference with us!  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 weekThe Department of Corrections is staffed by three work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. 8-hour shifts include: 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), with a 30-minute lunch.Work schedules are to be determined at the time of hire.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 & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; orSix 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 Requiremen