Forensic Registered Nurse Supervisor (2nd Shift) - Torrance State Hospital
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania · Westmoreland County, PA · Today
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
This position oversees nursing care for forensic patients and supports safe, therapeutic treatment across multiple care areas. As a Forensic Registered Nurse Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:
Responsibilities
- Staff Supervision: Provide direction, evaluation and oversight of nursing staff in forensic care areas
- Resource Support: Serve as a knowledgeable support for nursing teams, interdisciplinary partners, and patient support services
- Environment Safety: Review and maintain a safe and therapeutic setting for patients and employees
- Training Coordination: Guide staff development, orientation, and ongoing training programs
- Performance Guidance: Coach staff, evaluate work performance, and support corrective action when needed
- Information Management: Manage communication, records, reports, and patient care documentation
Qualifications
- Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three years as a Forensic Registered Nurse (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Four years of professional nursing experience providing care, treatment, custody, and control of psychiatric patients.
- Special Requirements: You must possess 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 currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements
- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information
- Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
- Work hours are 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch
- You will work a rotating schedule, including weekends and holidays
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
Schedule and Benefits
- Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Hours: 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch
- Schedule: Rotating, including weekends and holidays
- Telework: Not available
Pay
- In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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.
- 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.