Graduate Nurse - Observation Unit

Sign On Bonus

$10,000 Sign On Bonus eligible to those that qualify.

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location:

US:

PA:
Hershey

Unit:
Emergency Department Observation Unit

Work Type:
Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Varied

Hours:

Varied hours

Recruiter Contact:
Renee Webster

Winter 2027 Start Dates

The Graduate Nurse Residency Program is a full‑time RN position that creates a seamless educational transition into the nursing world. The position offers an exceptional experience for new RN graduates to continue to learn and grow in their nursing career while assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care to a designated group of patients. Graduate nurse residents are expected to remain full‑time on one unit for the entire year of the program, as well as actively participate in all learning opportunities that are offered.

This is a 12‑bed unit where nurses care for adult patients undergoing short‑term observation for conditions such as allergic reactions, asthma, cellulitis, chest pain, hyperglycemia, dehydration, seizures, pneumonia, and substance use disorder. Pediatric patients are observed for conditions such as croup, bronchiolitis, asthma, dehydration and accidental ingestion.

Include an updated resume with your application. Interviews for the Graduate Nurse Residency Program are conducted weekly with hiring occurring on a rolling basis.

• Graduate Nurse with a Temporary Practice Permit or currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the Interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Candidates must have graduated within one (1) year of the cohort start date.
• AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period.

• 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.

SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania

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 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.

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.