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Posted: 30-Apr-25
Location: Hershey, Pennsylvania
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Internal Number: 71104
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.90
Shift: Day
Hours: Typically 8 hours; shift has some variability
Recruiter Contact: Denisse M. Rosado at drosado1@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Nursing Professional Development Generalist supports the quality of care provided to patients by Department of Nursing staff through optimal orientation programs, ongoing evaluation of competence, and support of lifelong learning. The Nursing Professional Development Specialist promotes relevant professional development opportunities and mentorship for members of the department of nursing at all levels to assist with the achievement of personal and professional goals.
Join Our Team as a Nursing Development Generalist - Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Unit!
Are you passionate about pediatric care and excited to contribute to the growth and development of nursing professionals? We have an incredible opportunity for you to make a difference on our Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Unit.
We?re looking for a compassionate, experienced nurse who has a deep commitment to educating others and making a lasting impact in pediatric oncology. Ideally, you?ll have a background in oncology and pediatric care, but most importantly, we are seeking someone eager to share their knowledge and passion for this specialized field.
What you'll do:
- Provide education on pediatric cancer to help empower and support our nurses and clinical staff.
- Work with new research protocols, contributing to the development and dissemination of new knowledge and practices.
- Collaborate closely with other nursing professionals in the development of orientation programs and ongoing professional development opportunities?within our children?s hospital and beyond.
This is a unique chance to be part of a dynamic team, influencing the growth of nursing practice and ensuring top-notch care for our youngest patients battling cancer.
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful difference in pediatric oncology nursing, we'd love to hear from you!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- At least three (3) years? experience as registered nurse
- Must obtain Master?s degree in nursing or related field within five (5) years of hire
- Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.
- AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
- Pediatric and Hematology Oncology experience preferred
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Union: Non Bargained