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Penn State Health

Registered Nurse - 4 Acute Care Orthopedics and Neurosciences

Hershey, Pennsylvania

+$4.50/hr

Shift differential · base rate not posted

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RNSign-on bonus

Posted Aug 19, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 27, 2026

What this means for you

It's a night shift — quieter halls, a tighter crew, and your daylight hours back. Twelve-hour shifts compress the week — three days on, four days yours.

What the listing says

Differentials
Shift Differential: $4.50/hour · shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.
Shift
Nights · 12-hour
Orientation & support
AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period
EHR & union
Union position
Facility
Level I trauma center · Magnet designated · Academic medical center

About this role

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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. $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify* Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 0.900 Shift: Night Night • Shift Differential: $4.50/hour Hours: 7:00p - 7:30a Recruiter Contact: Jose V. Ceballos at jceballos@pennstatehealth.psu.edu SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Staff Nurse, RN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care to a designated group of patients. The nurse will establish goals and priorities of nursing care. The nurse will develop a written plan of nursing care which includes patient education and discharge planning. The staff nurse will be responsible for documentation of care given with patient progress. The RN will work collaboratively with the medical staff in matters of patient care. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: Nurses in this 48-bed acute care unit care for patients of various medical and surgical specialties, including the neurosciences, orthopedics, otolaryngology and reconstructive surgery. The unit also includes four state-of-the-art epilepsy monitoring beds. Special training and competencies are awarded in trauma, stroke and epilepsy care. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S): 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 Please note - Penn State Hershey requires all registered nurses hired after July 1st, 2015 to enroll in a baccalaureate in nursing degree program within one year of their hire date and complete the degree within 4 years of their hire date. (This does not apply if your hire date was prior to June 30th, 2015). 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 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: SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania IND567

Skills for this role

Patient EducationDischarge PlanningTrauma CareStroke CareEpilepsy Care

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • RN
  • multistate RN license
  • their hire date

Living in Hershey, PA

Hershey, Pennsylvania blends small-town charm with the sweetness of its namesake chocolate empire. Home to Hersheypark and the Milton Hershey School, this Central PA town offers a close-knit community feel with easy access to Harrisburg and Amish Country. A steady healthcare scene and family-friendly pace make it a welcoming spot for nurses seeking a quieter lifestyle.

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State price level · Pennsylvania
2% below the national average
State index 97.6 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,268/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$78,587/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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