RN/Registered Nurse – 5^th Floor Acute Care (day shift)

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 three-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:

Registered Nurses who join this fast-paced work environment will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care to a designated group of patients. This unit consists of 43 telemetry beds that offers our patients a comprehensive array of highly specialized surgical services including: Colon and Rectal, Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal, Trauma/Emergency General Surgery, and Transplant Surgery. This is an ideal floor for nurses who are interested in promoting their professional growth as a nurse and love to work with these postoperative patients.

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

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Recruiter Contact: Patty Shipton at pshipton@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

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 an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 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