Registered Nurse - Danville State Hospital (2nd Shift) (8 Hour Shifts)

About the role

The Registered Nurse position at Danville State Hospital offers a chance to make a real difference each day. This role lets you support individuals who depend on skilled and compassionate care. You will join an agency that values teamwork, learning, and high-quality service. Step into a career where your dedication can change lives.

Responsibilities

• Nursing Assessment: Evaluate the physical, mental, and emotional status of consumers
• Care Planning: Develop and adjust treatment plans using nursing standards and facility guidelines
• Medication Oversight: Administer medications and monitor responses to treatment
• Team Collaboration: Work with interdisciplinary staff to coordinate care and share important observations
• Safety Practices: Follow crisis prevention, infection control, and safety procedures in all care settings
• Staff Guidance: Provide direction, support, and education to assigned personnel

Requirements

• Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.
• If holding a temporary practice permit, must obtain RN licensure within one year per PA State Board of Nursing.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• Eligible if within 60 days of graduating from a Board‑approved nursing school.
• Must show proof of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA RN license at appointment.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Satisfactory medical examination and drug screening required.
• Satisfactory criminal history reports (PA State Police, FBI clearance) required under the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

Schedule

Full‑time employment. Positions are available on 2nd shift, 2:45 PM to 11:15 PM with a 30‑minute lunch. Rotating schedule, work every other weekend and holidays as assigned. Overtime as needed.

Pay

Starting annual salary for new hires: $89,882.00 (before taxes). 2nd shift receives a $1.25/hour shift differential. New hires may be eligible for a $1,000.00 Retention Incentive Payment (subject