Career Center

Location:  US:PA:Hershey

Work Type:  Full Time

FTE:  0.9

Shift:  Nights       
Hours:  7:00p - 7:00a (including every other weekend)

Recruiter Contact:  Kiersten Roberts at kbricker2@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our nurses exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence, our nurses are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education and career growth.

Located in Hershey, PA, Hershey Medical Center is part of a strong community that is enriched with socially-minded organizations and individuals working to create a wonderful place to live. In the heart of Central Pennsylvania, Hershey is a combination of rural, suburban and city living that is within a short distance to some of the busiest east coast cities including New York, Washington DC and Philadelphia. To learn more, visit pennstatehealth.org.

JOB SUMMARY:

The challenge of medical nursing is best experienced on this 44 bed, telemetry-equipped unit, where nurses care for patients with complex, multi-system health problems. This unit is home to a 4 bed observation area for medical patients. Our nurses practice under a collaborative, multidisciplinary model while caring for a wide variety of patients undergoing treatment in: Gastroenterology, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Palliative Care, and General Medicine.

Nurses develop a breadth of knowledge combined with focused expertise unique to each sub-specialty including patients with chronic renal disease, adult cystic fibrosis, and other complex medical conditions.  Unique to this acute care area is the ability to care for patients with higher acuity needs without moving them to another location. Several of our private rooms are reserved for increased complex care patients that require more frequent vital signs and nursing assessments, continuous oxygen saturation monitoring or hi-flow oxygen. Several cardiac drips may also be administered. Staff receive specific educational training to care for these patients.  

Specific training is provided in cardiac rhythm interpretation and ACLS is offered within one year of hire. Staff development is ongoing through educational programs designed to meet specific unit needs. Classes are available to prepare individuals for certification in medical/surgical nursing. Certification is encouraged and financially rewarded. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered Nurse with a license to practice professional nursing in the state of Pennsylvania or a Registered Nurse from another state with a Temporary PA Practice Permit

6 months of experience working as a RN

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

Able to sit occasionally; stand constantly; walk frequently

Able to lift/carry 0-10 lbs frequently; 11-50 lbs occasionally

Able to push/pull 0-20 lbs frequently; 21-75 lbs occasionally

Able to climb occasionally; reach constantly

Able to use hand for simple/firm grasping

*Appended to this job description is the Work Task Analysis that further describes the physical requirements appropriate for this role

In addition to a rewarding career, we also offer great benefits including but not limited to:

Paid Time Off and Personal Time

Medical Benefits (No waiting period)

Dental and Vision Benefits

Penn State University Tuition Assistance (Full-Time Employees)

Elder Care/Child Care Resources

Life Insurance

Company Sponsored 401K

Relocation Bonus for those who qualify

If chosen for this position, you may be required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

Union: SEIU Nurses  

IND567