Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric Hematology / Oncology - $38-54 per hour New

PennState Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Pediatric Hematology / Oncology for a nursing job in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Hematology / Oncology
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Staff

JOB SUMMARY:

The Graduate Nurse Residency Program is a full-time RN position that creates a seamless educational transition into the nursing world. This position offers an exceptional experience for new RN graduates to continue to learn and grow in their nursing career while assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care to a designated group of patients. Graduate nurse residents are expected to remain full-time on one unit for the entire year of the program, as well as actively participate in all learning opportunities that are offered.

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology is a state-of-the-art pediatric oncology center ranking amongst the top 50 in US News Best Children’s Hospital for Cancer. Inpatient care is an 18-bed transitional care unit serving acute care and intermediate levels of care to patients from infancy through 18 years of age undergoing treatment for pediatric cancer, blood disorders, stem cell transplant, and solid organ transplant. The unit also provides care to children who have mental health concerns, eating disorders, neurological, and other pediatric conditions. Special training is provided for chemotherapy administration and the management of emerging cancer-directed therapies.

RESIDENCY APPLICATION & INTERVIEWS:

Please include an updated resume with your application. Interviews for the Graduate Nurse Residency Program are conducted weekly with hiring occurring on a rolling basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Graduate Nurse with a Temporary Practice Permit or currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Candidates must have graduated within one (1) year of the cohort start date.
• AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period.

Please note - Penn State Hershey requires all registered nurses hired after July 1st, 2015 to enroll in a baccalaureate in nursing degree program within one year of their hire date and complete the degree within 4 years of their hire date. (This does not apply if your hire date was prior to June 30th, 2015).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Preferred experience includes GN and/or RN license, professional nursing certification, PALS, and a strong desire to care for children and their families.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

For more information:

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental, and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

For a full list with more detailed information:

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

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 employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees 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.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

Recruiter: Renee Webster

PennState Health Job ID #2​1​3​9​-​6​4​2​2​0. Posted job title: Graduate Nurse - Pediatric Hematology / Oncology Unit (Winter 2024 Grads)

About PennState Health

Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties of Pennsylvania. Our mission is to improve health through patient care, research, education, and community outreach. When your responsibility is helping the people who need it most, you never stop looking for the best and the brightest professionals. We are committed to advancing health care through innovation, collaboration, teamwork and above all, a passionate commitment to those we serve. With over 100 locations, the opportunities to work, learn and grow are boundless. We believe in driving change and offer our strong hearts and helping hands anywhere they’re needed. Here, you will be part of a team that lifts each other up and that strives and achieves together. Every day, we are driven and inspired by our patients, our communities and by each other to accomplish more, build on our legacy and create new possibilities for the future. A career at Penn State Health is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. It’s an opportunity to be a part of a team that’s changing lives every day.

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• Life insurance
• Discount program