Graduate Nurse – Heart & Vascular Progressive Care

Join Penn State Health's Hershey Medical Center as a Graduate Nurse in Heart & Vascular Progressive Care at our Swatara Station location. This full-time position offers newly licensed nurses a structured environment to develop clinical expertise in specialized cardiovascular care, with Winter 2027 start dates available.

Role Overview

As a Graduate Nurse in our Heart & Vascular Progressive Care unit, you'll provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients with complex cardiac and vascular conditions. You'll be part of an experienced clinical team that values mentorship, professional growth, and collaborative practice. This role is designed to support your transition from graduate to competent, confident practitioner in an area of nursing that combines clinical challenge with meaningful patient impact.

Core Duties

• Deliver comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring in the progressive care environment
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary care teams to implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide patient and family education regarding cardiac and vascular conditions, medications, and self-management
• Document clinical observations, interventions, and patient responses according to established protocols
• Support the delivery of evidence-based nursing interventions and emerging clinical technologies
• Respond to changing patient conditions and escalate concerns appropriately

Skills & Qualifications

• Current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility to obtain one
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or willingness to obtain before employment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based care model
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care
• Ability to adapt to a varied schedule in a dynamic clinical environment

Why Join Penn State Health

Penn State Health is a leading integrated health system serving central Pennsylvania. Our Heart & Vascular Progressive Care unit is recognized for clinical excellence and evidence-based practice. As a graduate nurse with us, you'll receive comprehensive orientation and mentorship from experienced clinicians, access to ongoing professional development, and the support needed to build a rewarding career in nursing. Eligible candidates will receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus. We're committed to fostering an inclusive, collegial work environment where your growth matters.

Next Steps

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