Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
10/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Southeastern Veterans' Center / Nursing
Spring City, Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION
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Are you ready to bring your nursing skills to a place where your care truly matters? The Registered PRN Nurse position at the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) offers a chance to support veterans with dedication and compassion at the Southeastern Veterans' Center. In this role, you will provide hands-on nursing care and help maintain a safe, supportive environment. Your work will strengthen the health and comfort of residents who rely on your expertise.
Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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This position focuses on providing direct nursing care, managing patient plans, and supporting a therapeutic environment for veterans in a long-term care setting. As a Registered PRN Nurse, you will perform the following duties:
- Resident Assessment: Review resident reports, monitor conditions, and update care plans based on patient needs
- Clinical Support: Assist physicians during examinations and treatments, transcribe orders, and ensure they are completed
- Care Documentation: Record daily care, maintain medication records, and update electronic medical files
- Medication Management: Administer medications or oversee proper administration by qualified staff
- Supply Oversight: Track inventory, inspect equipment, and recommend repairs or replacements
- Team Coordination: Share information with staff, participate in meetings, and support training efforts
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the
position description
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Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Per Diem employment, up to 48 hours biweekly
- Per Diem employees are required to work any shifts as needed. Shifts include 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM), 2nd shift (3:00 PM to 11:30 PM), and 3rd shift (11:00 PM to 7:30 AM). Your training will be conducted on 1st shift.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting hourly salary of $56.48.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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QUALIFICATIONS
Necessary Special Requirements:
- This position requires 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.
- 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 to a position, you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Registered Nurse license.
- 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.
- 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.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
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.
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.
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EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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- 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.
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Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$56.48 Hourly
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
Oct 15, 2026