Recruiter Contact: Kristen Brannen at kbrannen@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

**$15,000 Sign On Bonus!**

PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (PICU)

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 integrity and dedication of our exceptional nurses who receive all the training and support needed for success and satisfaction in their life’s work. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence, you will join a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community, and each other. As a Penn State Hershey nurse, you will receive continued education and professional development, compensation for specialty certification, and a benefits package that can’t be beat, including tuition assistance for dependents, and a matching 401K.

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 Penn State Children’s Hospital is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one the Best Children’s Hospital across multiple specialties. As a designated Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center, the hospital is just one of eight in the nation, and the only one in Pennsylvania, to achieve this designation through the American College of Surgeons Children’s Surgery Verification Program. In addition, our hospital boasts a 3-star rating for the Congenital Heart Surgery program awarded by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. We are also a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center.

The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is an 18-bed unit providing critical care nursing to a diverse and interactive patient population ranging from infancy to adolescence, utilizing cutting-edge technology such as ECLS and CRRT. Family/Patient Centered Care is at the heart of all nursing measures, and the PICU is privileged to provide all children and families with private rooms so that a parent can stay overnight with their child.

As a PICU nurse, your patients may require care for trauma, acute respiratory disease, general surgery, kidney transplant, congenital heart disease surgery, neurology/neurosurgery, open heart surgery, and palliative and/or end-of-life care. During these difficult times, our nurses embrace and care for one another as a family.

While PICU nurses must attain the highest skill level within the Children’s Hospital, the leadership team consistently provides the individual tools needed to reach your highest level of practice. Your involvement in all PICU nursing decisions is encouraged and appreciated. With confidence, grows a sense of autonomy and strong patient advocacy, where everyone is a winner, especially our young patients.

Consider joining our passionate and welcoming team of pediatricians, pediatric specialists, certified pediatric nurses, other allied health professionals, and our dedicated ancillary staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by the state of employment required.

BLS required prior to orientation completion.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

PICU, ICU or pediatric 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