Respiratory Therapist - Sleep Studies

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.9

Shift: Days

Hours: 7:00a - 7:00p (including every third weekend)

Recruiter Contact: Kiersten Roberts at kbricker2@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

• $15,000 Sign On Bonus!**
  
  

P enn 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.

L ocated 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 .

J OB 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 48 beds, including a 4 bed epilepsy unit. Patients are offered a variety of highly specialized services including: Primary stroke care unit, neurosurgery (brain tumor and traumatic brain injury management, spine surgery), ENT (radical neck surgery, laryngectomy, thyroidectomy, tracheostomy, flaps, and facial trauma), Plastics (skin grafting, flaps, leech therapy, burns, re-attachment of digits/extremities), Urology (urinary tract infections, kidney stones, ureteral strictures, cystitis, benign prostatic hypertrophy).

M INIMUM 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

P HYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to sit occasionally; stand constantly; walk frequently.

A ble to lift/carry 0-10 lbs frequently; 11-50 lbs occasionally.

A ble to push/pull 0-20 lbs frequently; 21-75 lbs occasionally.

A ble to climb occasionally; reach constantly.

A ble 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.
  
  

I n addition to a rewarding career, we also offer great benefits including but not limited to:

P aid Time Off and Personal Time

M edical Benefits (No waiting period)

D ental and Vision Benefits

P enn State University Tuition Assistance (Full-Time Employees)

E lder Care/Child Care Resources

L ife Insurance

C ompany Sponsored 401K

R elocation Bonus for those who qualify

I f 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.

P enn 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 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.

U nion: SEIU Nurses

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