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Penn State Health RN/Registered Nurse - DAY SHIFT - Pediatrics Cherry Drive in Hershey, Pennsylvania
Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Location : US:PA:Hershey
Work Type : Part Time
FTE : 0.50
Shift : Day
Hours : 8:00a - 4:30p (including every other weekend)
Recruiter Contact: Kristen Brannen at kbrannen@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
*$15,000 Sign On Bonus! – eligible to those that qualify*
Penn State Medical Group is the multi-specialty group practice of the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. We are a physician-directed organization that fosters a collegial multi-specialty group philosophy of care. Our purpose is to ensure excellent, accessible, and cost-effective patient care for the greater good of the communities we serve. The Medical Group supports the educational and research mission of the Penn State College of Medicine and strives to recruit and retain the highest quality physicians and staff. We work as a team to position our practice sites and our employees to respond effectively to the ever changing health care environment, create opportunities for best practice, and provide the highest standard of care to our patients.
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 https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/
JOB SUMMARY:
The Registered Nurses in this role are responsible for handling phone calls from patients' families/caregivers seeking medical information and/or medical attention for children. They will assess the health needs, with the aid of the medical record and decision support software, and give advice as appropriate in compliance with organizational protocols. They will also schedule appointments (as the patient's condition requires), answer questions, and provide health education at every opportunity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
Currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse by State of employment
AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Pediatric experience and triage experience
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
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 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF (https://www.pennstatehealth.org/sites/default/files/Careers/Accommodation%20Statement%20-%20CAREERS.pdf) for more detailed steps for assistance.
Union : SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania
Position RN/Registered Nurse - DAY SHIFT - Pediatrics Cherry Drive
Location US:PA:Hershey | Registered Nurse | Part Time
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