LPN – GROW Program Summer/Fall 2026

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Wellness Programs

Fitness Discounts

Generous PTO & Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement & Life Insurance

Job summary

Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center Neonatology seeks an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join a collaborative team in a Level II NICU, with additional duties in the well-baby nursery and delivery room.

After orientation, the NNP will be credentialed and work both independently and with attending physicians to deliver high‑quality newborn care. The role includes ordering/tests, prescribing medications, and managing inpatient neonatal care.

Qualifications

• Must have Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited NNP program.
• National NNP-BC certification required.
• Current PA RN and CRNP licensure (or eligible).
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience.
• BLS and NRP certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality neonatal specialty care in a Level II NICU and in well-baby nursery and delivery room.
• Credential and work independently and with attending physicians and healthcare team.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests; prescribe medications and interventions within scope.
• Operate in an inpatient critical care setting providing comprehensive neonatal care.

Education

Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) program

National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)

Current Pennsylvania RN and CRNP licensure (or eligible)

Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience

Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Job description

Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Enola

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Day

Hours: 24

Recruiter Contact: Please contact Jill R. Brubaker at [e-mail] for additional information

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center Neonatology team is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our collaborative and dedicated team. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a Level II NICU with additional responsibilities in the well-baby nursery and delivery room.

Following a structured orientation period, the NNP will be credentialed and work both independently and collaboratively with attending physicians, peers, and other members of the healthcare team to provide high‑quality specialty care to critically ill and newborn patients.

The NNP may order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and imaging studies, as well as prescribe medications and interventions consistent with scope of practice. This position functions in an inpatient critical care setting, providing comprehensive neonatal care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) program
• National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
• Current Pennsylvania RN and CRNP licensure (or eligible)
• Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S)

• Prior NICU RN experience (Level II, III, or IV)
• Prior experience as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

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.

BENEFITS

• 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 MEDICAL GROUP

#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients —and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient’s healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community! Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future.

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.