Nursing Professional Develop Generalist Pediatric Oncology - Nursing Education

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Generalist (Pediatric Oncology - Nursing Education) to support orientation, evaluate nurse competence, and promote lifelong learning across the nursing department.

The role emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and collaboration with nursing teams to enable high-quality patient care within a Magnet-designated academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• At least three years’ experience as registered nurse.
• Must obtain Master’s degree within five years of hire.
• Currently licensed to practice as an RN by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license.
• AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Supports quality of care through orientation programs and evaluation of competence.
• Promotes lifelong learning and mentorship for nursing staff at all levels.
• Assists with achievement of personal and professional goals within the department.

Skills

AHA BLS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master’s degree within five years of hire

Job description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Day

Hours: Primarily days with some variability

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• At least three (3) years’ experience as 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 prior to end of orientation period

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Chemotherapy experience and 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.

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

Position Nursing Professional Develop Generalist Pediatric Oncology - Nursing Education

Location US:PA: Hershey | Nursing | Full Time

Req ID 99365