Nursing Professional Development Generalist - Pediatric Intensive Care
Location: Hershey, PA
Full-time position (1.00 FTE) with varied day shift hours.
About the Role
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. This position focuses on the education of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) nursing staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- At least three (3) years’ experience as a 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 certification prior to end of orientation period
Preferred Qualifications
- Pediatric ICU experience preferred
Benefits
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period
- Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
- Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement plans, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection
- Competitive Pay and shift differential eligibility
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PAWS UP employee recognition program
- HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, Virtual Benefits Orientation, and Employee Exclusive Concierge Service
About the Organization
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 professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth. The organization is committed to compassionate care for its diverse patient population, community, and employees through core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.