Community Health Nurse Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/5004016) Apply  Community Health Nurse Salary $73,976.00 - $102,905.00 Annually Location Lancaster County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2025-29767-30820 Department Department of Health Division HL Southeast Dstr Opening Date 07/17/2025 Closing Date 7/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 30820 Position Number 00002654 Union SEIU - Healthcare PA Bargaining Unit P4 Pay Group ST08 Bureau / Division Code 00077151 Bureau / Division Bureau of Community Health Systems/Southeast District Worksite Address 1661 Old Philadelphia Pike City Lancaster, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17602 Contact Name Chasity Rynard Contact Email crynard@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION If you are passionate about making a difference in the health of your community, the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) wants you on our team. We are seeking individuals who are driven, compassionate, and dedicated to promoting the well-being of others through various initiatives and programs. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to utilize your skills and collaborate with other organizations and professionals to create a healthier and happier community for all. Make a positive impact and join our DOH team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Community Health Nurse, you will play a vital role in fulfilling the Department of Health's mission of providing infrastructure for the implementation of public health functions. Through your work, you will contribute to improving the health status of Pennsylvania by assessing, implementing, and evaluating public health services initiatives. You will also have the opportunity to directly provide public health services and serve as a liaison to the community, helping to build partnerships and address health needs in a proactive and effective manner. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00002654) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week + Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. + Work infrequently requires statewide travel and irregular/flexible work hours, including overnights, weekends, and holidays. + 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 Special Requirements: + This position requires active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. + If you possess an active temporary practice permit, you must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Other Requirements: + You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: + You must pass a background investigation. + This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. + Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rightsmustapply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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). + 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.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. 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/testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits 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 visitwww.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. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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 ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . + 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. Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov