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Reference #: 4498940 THE POSITION Take your nursing career to the next level! The Department of Human Services (DHS), Norristown State Hospital, is seeking a hard-working and caring person to join our top-notch nursing team that serves some of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens. Apply today for this rewarding opportunity as a Nurse Manager 1 and make a positive impact on the lives of the residents in our facility! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the continuity of nursing care and services to all residents in the Civil or Forensic Unit, ensuring compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Requirements. You will plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the provision of nursing services operations; evaluate the nursing care and treatment process to ensure compliance with the medical, psychiatric and nursing regime, and that optimum care and treatment are provided; coordinate and collaborate nursing care and treatment with other disciplines; and assist in the maintenance of nursing treatment and nursing quality improvement and risk management standards. You will also be responsible for the management and coordination of nursing care and treatment of mentally ill residents for which the care, custody and control are accomplished in a clean, safe and secure environment. Additionally, you will supervise Forensic Registered Nurse Supervisors and Registered Nurse Supervisors, as well as other nursing staff.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours during training are on 1st shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Work hours after training are 3rd shift: 11:15 PM to 7:15 AM, Monday through Friday, 30 minute lunch. You must be able to flex your schedule to accommodate labor management meetings approximately four times per month on day shift. Overtime as needed. This may change based on operational need. The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. Free parking! 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: Two years as a Registered Nurse Supervisor or three years as a Registered Nurse Instructor (commonwealth titles) in a facility providing care and services for people with a mental or physical injury, illness, or developmental disability; or Six years of professional nursing experience, which includes one year in a supervisory or consultative capacity providing nursing care and services for people with a mental or physical injury, illness, or developmental disability; and a bachelor's degree in nursing, nursing education, or nursing administration. A master's degree in nursing, nursing education, or nursing administration may be substituted for up to one year of the required general professional nursing work experience; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year in a supervisory or consultative capacity providing nursing care and services for people with a mental or physical injury, illness, or developmental disability. Special Requirements: All positions require 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 employ ent will require a medical examination. 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 will not 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. 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.

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.

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.