Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
State of Pennsylvania
Scranton, PA

Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator

THE POSITION Are you a dedicated, passionate, and empathetic registered nurse eager to deliver outstanding care? If that sounds like you, we invite you to become a part of the Department of Military & Veterans Affairs at the Gino Merli Veterans' Center, where we focus on providing exceptional support to our veteran residents and their spouses. Your drive and expertise would be a valuable addition to our team as a Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator. Do not hesitate to apply today! 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! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator, you will be instrumental in enhancing the quality of life for our residents through the delivery of optimal care. Your responsibilities will include conducting federally required healthcare assessments for residents at the Southwestern Veterans' Center and developing tailored nursing care plans. Furthermore, you will ensure that the minimum data set (MDS) status of assigned residents is up-to-date in compliance with state and federal regulations, adhere to MDS scheduling timelines, and maintain precise and timely data entry of resident information into the designated computerized MDS systems. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: * Full-time employment, 40-hour work week * Work hours are 1st shift (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM), with 30-minute lunch. * Rotating work days with every other weekend off. * 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: * One year of clinical nursing experience in a long-term care facility including the performance of MDS-based nursing assessments and the development of individualized nursing care plans; or * Possession of an active certification as a Resident Assessment Coordinator - Certified (RAC-CT) as issued by the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination (AANAC). 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. Conditions of Employment: * Employees possessing non-renewable temporary practice permits 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 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. 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 [email protected]. 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. 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. * Eligibility rules apply. 01 You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page. * Yes 02 Do you possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; or do you possess an active temporary permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania? * Yes * No 03 If yes, please list the state that issued your license, your license number, and the expiration date. If you answered no to the question above, please type N/A in the box below. 04 Do you possess one year or more of full-time clinical nursing experience in a long-term care facility including the performance of MDS-based nursing assessments and the development of individualized nursing care plans? * Yes * No 05 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 06 Do you possess an active certification as a Resident Assessment Coordinator-Certified (RAC-CT) as issued by the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination (AANAC)? * Yes * No 07 If you answered "yes" please provide your certification number and expiration date. If no, please type N/A in the text box. Required Question Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov