Registered Nurse - Delaware Valley Veterans' Home (1st, 2nd, and...

Registered Nurse - Delaware Valley Veterans' Home (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift)

The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs is seeking hardworking and caring individuals dedicated to taking care of our residents at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home. Our facility offers superior care to veterans and their spouses, and we are looking for ambitious Registered Nurses who are committed to providing amazing resident care. If you are passionate about public service and want to make a difference in the lives of Pennsylvania's veterans, apply today!

Description of Work

As a Registered Nurse at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home, you will be responsible for providing total nursing care and related services to our residents on designated units. You will ensure adherence to HIPAA standards and establish a therapeutic environment with an emphasis on rehabilitative, restorative, skilled, supportive, and palliative nursing care. Your role will directly contribute to improving our residents' quality of life by providing the best care possible. For more information, please read the complete position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

This is a full-time position with rotating shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift) and rotating days and weekends. Working every other weekend is required. The starting salary for this position ranges from $84,061.00 to $100,231.00 annually. Please note that the starting salary may be non-negotiable in some cases. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email, so please check your email (including spam/junk folders) for any updates or notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility Qualifications

To be eligible for this position, you must possess the following qualifications:

• Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing; or possession of a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
• If you are within 60 days of graduating from a school of nursing approved by the State Board of Nursing, you are eligible to apply for this job posting. At the time of appointment, you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Registered Nurse license.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment may require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

Please note that the residency requirement is currently waived for this position. Veterans are encouraged to apply, as Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application by the closing date of October 1, 2023, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed or considered for eligibility. To support your eligibility for this position, please provide all relevant and detailed experience and education information directly on the application.

If you are claiming education in your application, please attach a copy of your college transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Please submit your application by the closing date to be considered. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. We do 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.