Modesto , California
Posted: 29-Sep-24
Location: Hershey, Pennsylvania
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: 42279
Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 8-Hour Shifts
Recruiter Contact: Denisse Rosado at drosado1@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 https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible for providing clinical expertise and establishing standards of nursing practice for the care and management of both pediatric and adult ostomy care and skin and wound management. Serves as a consultant, educator, clinician and change agent for the staff and patients with ostomies, skin or wound management problems in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Masters degree in Nursing required.
Two (2) years experience in nursing required
Successful completion of an accredited school for Enterostomal Therapy or currently enrolled in an accredited school for Enterostomal Therapy with completion within two (2) years of hire required.
Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
WOCN Certification
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 for more detailed steps for assistance.
Union: Non Bargained