Penn State Health

Nurse Practitioner Hospitalist - Hematology Oncology

Penn State Health$90K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Nursing required.
  • Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of employment.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Acute Care Certification preferred for enhanced qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and treat a range of illnesses, whether acute, episodic, or chronic.
  • Perform health promotion and disease prevention activities independently or within a team.
  • Order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests, including lab work and x-rays.
  • Prescribe medications as needed for patient care.
  • Manage care for hospitalized patients throughout their shift, ensuring continuity.

Benefits

  • Shift differential pay eligibility based on company policy or union contract.
  • Participation in health promotion initiatives.
  • Opportunities for continued education and professional development.
Full Job Description
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.9
Shift: Varied
Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes
Hours: 12
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Erica L. Moyer at [email protected] for additional information

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. May prescribe. Provides care of hospitalized patients and has full control of a patient throughout their entire shift.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

  • Master's degree in Nursing
  • Currently licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by State of employment
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

Acute Care Certification

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Union: Non Bargained

About Penn State Health

Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across central Pennsylvania. It is part of Penn State University and includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Children's Hospital, and Penn State Cancer Institute. The health system provides a full range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care. Penn State Health is committed to advancing medical research and education, and is home to the Penn State College of Medicine.
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