Nursing Education Specialist – Oncology & Maternal Care

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

PAWS UP recognition

Job summary

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Generalist to enhance patient care through robust orientation, competency evaluation, and ongoing education. The role focuses on Maternal Child Float nursing education and mentorship.

This full-time, day-shift position requires RN licensure, a BSN, and a master’s degree within five years, with BLS credentials and clinical experience.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a registered nurse.
• Master’s degree to be obtained within five years of hire.
• Current RN license in the state of employment or multistate license via compact.
• AHA BLS certification required before end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Support quality of care through orientation programs and ongoing assessment of competency.
• Promote professional development opportunities and mentorship for nursing staff.
• Assist with education of Maternal Child Float nurses.
• Collaborate with Nursing Department to enhance learning and credentialing.

Skills

RN leadership

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in nursing or related field within 5 years

Job description

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Day

Hours: Varied dayshift

Recruiter Contact: Elyse Hahn at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Nursing Professional Development Specialist 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. The Nursing Professional Development Specialist will identify outcomes of educational interventions based on input from learners and stakeholders, evidence, regulations and organizational goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and Master’s degree in related field
• 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
• At least five (5) years' experience as registered nurse
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Previous teaching experience AHA Instructor Certification Clinical Certification Certification in Nursing Professional Development
• NPD-BC preferred
• Pediatric 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 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