Registered Nurse (RN) - Day Surgery
PennState Health
Hershey, PA
4x10 hrs, Days
$38-54/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
Pay
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Life insurance
- Discount program
Qualifications
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Our state-of-the-art OR suites are home to many progressive and innovative surgical teams that are energized by a variety of challenging and dynamic cases. Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center is central Pennsylvania’s only academic medical center, and Level I Trauma Center for both adult and pediatric patients, making it an amazing place to grow and maintain a rich, lifelong nursing career.
The operating room suites consist of 35 operating rooms and 4 procedure rooms, where approximately 30,000 surgeries are performed annually, including but not limited to general, vascular, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic, orthopedic, ENT, transplantation, gynecology, urology, plastic and reconstructive, and pediatric surgeries of all kinds.
The registered nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the plan for the perioperative patient. Another vital function of the RN is to serve as a patient advocate during times of vulnerability by utilizing required critical thinking skills, and practical experience regarding the care of the OR patient.
Any requirements for monthly on-call or weekend rotations will be discussed during the interview process
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.
BLS required prior to orientation completion.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1-2 years of previous Operating Room RN experience
BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing
CNOR Certified Perioperative Nurse
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
Employer
PennState Health
About Hershey, PA
- The cost of living in Hershey, PA is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may match up with the higher cost of living due to the presence of major companies and institutions in the area.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Hershey, PA, and can be found with relative ease due to the city's popularity as a tourist destination.
- Hershey, PA is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is recommended for getting around the city and its surrounding areas.
- Hershey, PA has a diverse population with a mix of different age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of flowers and trees in the area.
- The city is also known for its large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the Penn State University College of Medicine.
- Hershey, PA offers a variety of activities including visiting the Hershey Story Museum, exploring the Hershey Gardens, enjoying Hersheypark with its rides and roller coasters, and attending events at Hersheypark Stadium.
- There are also golf courses, museums, and other recreational opportunities.