Nurse Aide - SCI Laurel Highlands
Somerset, PA
2 DAYS AGO
22598741
Summary
Somerset, PA
In-Person
$44294.00 - $56646.00 per Year
0 Years Experience
Vocational/Technical Certificate
No Commission
40.00 hours per week / Day, Evening, Night, Weekend Shift / Full-Time
Description
Meet new challenges and make a significant difference in a unique and diverse population! As a Nurse Aide with the Department of Corrections, you will be part of a team that plays a vital role in daily inmate care. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in helping others feel supported. This is your chance to build valuable experience while making a positive impact each day!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role focuses on supporting the daily care needs of inmates at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands while working under the guidance of licensed professional staff. As a Nurse Aide, you will perform the following duties:
Vital Monitoring: Complete basic nursing procedures such as checking and recording vital signs, height, and weight and collecting required specimens
Personal Care Support: Assist inmates with hygiene needs, feeding, mobility, and comfort measures
Safety Assistance: Escort wheelchair inmates, help with transfers, and observe and report safety concerns
Record Keeping: Document care activities, retrieve and file records, and support information flow to staff
Environment Maintenance: Maintain clean work areas, follow procedures, and report hazards
Emergency Response: Participate in emergency situations by performing emergency procedures as indicated and participating in emergency response drills
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
The Department of Corrections is staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Work hours will be determined from the following shifts:
1st shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
3rd shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM
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
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; or
Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.
Special Requirements:
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.
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Governor Josh Shapiro
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Somerset, PA
2 DAYS AGO
22598741
Summary
Somerset, PA
In-Person
$44294.00 - $56646.00 per Year
0 Years Experience
Vocational/Technical Certificate
No Commission
40.00 hours per week / Day, Evening, Night, Weekend Shift / Full-Time
Description
Meet new challenges and make a significant difference in a unique and diverse population! As a Nurse Aide with the Department of Corrections, you will be part of a team that plays a vital role in daily inmate care. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in helping others feel supported. This is your chance to build valuable experience while making a positive impact each day!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This role focuses on supporting the daily care needs of inmates at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands while working under the guidance of licensed professional staff. As a Nurse Aide, you will perform the following duties:
Vital Monitoring: Complete basic nursing procedures such as checking and recording vital signs, height, and weight and collecting required specimens
Personal Care Support: Assist inmates with hygiene needs, feeding, mobility, and comfort measures
Safety Assistance: Escort wheelchair inmates, help with transfers, and observe and report safety concerns
Record Keeping: Document care activities, retrieve and file records, and support information flow to staff
Environment Maintenance: Maintain clean work areas, follow procedures, and report hazards
Emergency Response: Participate in emergency situations by performing emergency procedures as indicated and participating in emergency response drills
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
The Department of Corrections is staffed by three (3) work shifts that cover the facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Work hours will be determined from the following shifts:
1st shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
2nd shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
3rd shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM
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
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry; or
Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.
Special Requirements:
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 Details
How To Identify Potential Job Scams
APPLY ON EMPLOYER'S WEBSITE
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Copyright2026Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro
SSR 849: JobPostingDetails | Build: 19.3.5.72 (5/15/2026 1:16:40 PM) | Server: LIEDCPRWBCWD003 | Database: Database Instance
Job ID: 522885130
Originally Posted on: 5/29/2026
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