Graduate Nurse - Emergency Nursing

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Benefits

Dental and Vision Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Elder Care/Child Care Resources

Life Insurance

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist to provide care for critically ill adult patients. This position requires collaboration with physicians and nursing staff, and applicants must be licensed in Pennsylvania with an RRT credential.

The role offers varied hours, mostly nights, and strong benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and be prepared for background checks and physical exams.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a CoARC approved program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in Pennsylvania.
• Must hold RRT credential.
• Certification in ACLS or PALS/NRP is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care procedures to critically ill adult patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to assess patients.
• Respond to emergencies and evaluate patients’ airway needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in Pennsylvania

RRT credential

ACLS or PALS/NRP certification

Job description

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Hershey

Work Type: Part Time

FTE: 0.65

Shift: Nights

Hours: Varied, must be able to work (3) 12 hour shifts October-April & 12 hours per week April-October.

This is a part‑time, benefits eligible opportunity offering strong healthcare and 401(k) benefits.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care procedures to critically ill adult patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to assess patients and establish and execute appropriate treatment plans.
• Respond to emergencies (codes, traumas, rapid responses) and evaluate patients’ airway and secretion removal needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a CoARC approved program in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• RRT credential.
• ACLS or PALS/NRP certification.

Critical Thinking & Multitasking Skills Required

Excellent communication skills preferred.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and Personal Time
• Medical Benefits (No waiting period)
• Dental and Vision Benefits
• Penn State University Tuition Assistance (Full-Time Employees)
• Elder Care/Child Care Resources
• Life Insurance

Employment Conditions

Candidates may be required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis report. All employees will undergo a background check appropriate for the position’s responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

Union: Non Bargained