Nurse Practitioner - Four Diamonds Pediatrics

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Location: US:

PA:
Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Shift: Night

Shift Differential: Exempt:
Yes

Hours: 5p-7a

Recruiter Contact: Please contact Esther I. Zechman  for additional information.

• Dedicated overnight schedule with predictable block scheduling
• Practice within a nationally recognized academic children's hospital
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including pediatric oncology, hematology, stem cell transplant, critical care, infectious diseases, surgery, radiology, and supportive care services
• Manage a diverse patient population including children with leukemia, lymphoma, solid tumors, brain tumors, sickle cell disease, bleeding disorders, and other complex hematologic conditions
• Opportunity to develop expertise in oncologic emergencies and acute pediatric inpatient management
• Competitive compensation package with nocturnist differential
• Comprehensive benefits package, CME support, and professional development opportunities

• Provide overnight inpatient coverage for pediatric hematology/oncology patients inclusive of inpatients and home patient calls
• Evaluate and manage acute clinical concerns, including fever and neutropenia, pain crises, transfusion reactions, oncologic emergencies, chemotherapy-related toxicities, and other urgent conditions
• Perform admissions, consultations, cross-coverage assessments, and discharge planning as appropriate
• Coordinate care with attending physicians, fellows, residents, nursing teams, and subspecialty consultants
• Respond to rapid clinical changes and participate in emergency management and stabilization of critically ill patients
• Facilitate safe and effective patient handoffs between daytime and nighttime providers
• Document patient encounters and treatment plans in accordance with institutional standards
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and educational initiatives within the division

Nurse Practitioner Candidates

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Pennsylvania licensure or eligibility for licensure
• Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification preferred

• Prior experience in pediatric hematology/oncology, pediatric hospital medicine, pediatric critical care, emergency medicine, or other acute care pediatric settings
• Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills
• Ability to function independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Penn State Health Children's Hospital is the only children's hospital in central Pennsylvania and is recognized for providing comprehensive, family‑centered care across a broad spectrum of pediatric specialties. The Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology is home to nationally recognized clinical, translational, and precision medicine programs and serves as a member of leading national and international research collaborations.

This position offers the opportunity to practice at the forefront of pediatric cancer and blood disorder care while enjoying the supportive culture of an academic medical center and the exceptional quality of life found in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Penn State Health is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from individuals who share our commitment to excellence, compassion, innovation, and teamwork.

• 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.

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