Evening Patient Transport Nurse – Transfers & Admissions

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift differential pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Employee recognition program

Wellness programs

Job summary

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center is seeking a transport professional to move patients to and from diagnostic tests, rooms, and discharge areas. This role supports nursing and ancillary departments during evening shifts in a dynamic hospital setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and AHA BLS certification prior to completing orientation. Evening shift differential applies and eligibility for hospital benefits is included.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age (minimum).
• AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from diagnostic testing as directed by nursing and ancillary departments.
• Assist with room-to-room transfers, discharge, and admission as directed.

Skills

Patient transport

AHA BLS

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Penn State Health Corporation

Penn State Health - Penn State Health Corporation

Location: US:PA: Reading

Work Type: Part Time

FTE: 0.50

Shift: Day

Hours: Day Shift

Recruiter Contact: Denisse M. Rosado at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for stroke transition from inpatient to outpatient care. Works with Stroke Program coordinators, clinical providers, care coordinators, social workers, and clinic staff. Collaborates with Community Paramedicine team and Clinical RX-2-Go Pharmacist.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Registered nurse with a bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in nursing required.
• AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period.
• Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Preferred nursing experience in neuroscience, emergency department, or quality
• Stroke Certification (Examples include: ASC, NVRN, SCRN, CNRN)
  
  

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 CORPORATION?

There are many ways to make an impact with one of the leading research, teaching, and clinical healthcare systems in the country. Through a combination of operational, corporate, clinical, and nonclinical roles, we are advancing excellence and innovation in health care together as one team. As Penn State Health continues to evolve for the future, we are committed to hiring dedicated employees who are passionate about delivering the best possible support across our entire integrated health system.

Within Penn State Health’s Shared Services Entity, we encourage our employees at every turn to continue their education and advancement. Numerous opportunities are available for professional development 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 an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union: Non Bargained