PA Geriatrics - Post Acute Care

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health Post Acute Care Program is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to join a dedicated team delivering rehabilitation and long-term care. You'll practice in one or two high-quality long-term care communities in suburban Lancaster County, PA, working with a Board-C-certified physician and interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life.

Be part of an organization committed to professional growth, leadership development, and compassionate, patient-centered care within a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of Pennsylvania required.
• National Certification in Pennsylvania or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in Pennsylvania required.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care in post-acute/facility-based settings.
• Collaborate with Penn State Health Board-Certified Physician and interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

BLS Certification

Clinical autonomy

Independent decision making

Education

AMA approved Physician Assistant Program / PA licensure requirement

National Certification in PA or reciprocal licensure in PA

Job description

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.0
Shift:Day
Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes
Hours:7:00a-5:00p

JOB SUMMARY:

Penn State Health Post Acute Care Program is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to join a dedicated and growing team committed to delivering exceptional care to patients receiving rehabilitation and long-term care services.This position offers the opportunity to practice in one, and no more than two, high-quality long-term care communities in suburban Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive, patient-centered care. The Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively with a Penn State Health Board-Certified Physician and an experienced interdisciplinary team to support optimal patient outcomes and enhance quality of life.

Why Join Penn State Health Post Acute Care?

At Penn State Health, we are committed to creating an environment where clinicians can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families.Highlights of this opportunity include:

• Collaborative partnership with a Penn State Health Board-Certified Physician
• High degree of clinical autonomy and independent decision-making
• Patient-centered approach focused on quality, continuity, and compassionate care
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and career advancement
• Supportive and collegial team culture dedicated to excellence in post-acute care

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Monday through Friday schedule
• No in-house holiday coverage
• Shared telephone call coverage across the Post-Acute Care team
• Predictable schedule designed to support work-life balance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of Pennsylvania required.
• National Certification in Pennsylvania or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in Pennsylvania required.
• BLS Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous Internal Medicine Experience. Inpatient and/or LTAC-Rehab clinical experience. Experience working with the Geriatric population

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 LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is a 341,000-square-foot 129-bed acute care hospital that will give residents of Lancaster and York counties enhanced access to Penn State Health's expertise and specialty services! Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our team is committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community, and each other.

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 Employerand 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.