Sweet Careers for APRNs and PAs in Hershey, PA
If your definition of success is a simply satisfying life and a great physician assistant or nurse practitioner career, look no further than Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Known as “The Sweetest Place on Earth,” Hershey is just east of the state capital in Harrisburg, and a short drive from D.C., New York, and Philly. Founded by philanthropist and businessman Milton Hershey, the city is known for its chocolate factories, amusement park, and entertainment venues. Just outside the city limits, you’ll discover gently rolling hills, color-changing foliage, and roadside Amish markets.
You’ll also recognize a strong sense of community and a positive quality of life. Many of Hershey’s institutions and landmarks are generously supported by the M.S. Hershey Foundation. The foundation works to create what Hershey described as “a place where people can live and work in pleasant surroundings.”
APP Jobs with Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
For APRNs and PAs, The Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is truly a great place to work. It’s home to one of the nation’s leading Children’s Hospitals and a well-respected academic center. The hospital is also pursuing a $148 million expansion to its Children’s Hospital to accommodate a growing regional demand for specialty inpatient care for children.
If you’re ready to practice as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, check out these great Hershey-area jobs in your area of specialty.
- Physician Assistants – Current positions include roles in Hematology/Oncology, Physical Medicine & Rehab, and the Adult ICU.
- Nurse Practitioners – Current positions include working as a Hospitalist, in Hematology/Oncology, or Acute Care Cardiology and Neurology.
- Neonatal Nurse Practitioners – Current position for an NNP to work in the 42-bed, Level IV NICU
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioners – Current roles in the PICU and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
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Jill Gilliland is President of Melnic an APRN and PA national recruiting company. Jill is a speaker and publicist on areas such as job strategies, branding and marketing, pediatric critical care needs, and additional topics relevant to pediatric nursing and the recruitment business. She has over 12 years of experience in the recruiting industry coupled with a strong sales, healthcare, and technology background. Jill holds a BS degree in Business from the University of Southern California and an MBA from The University of Virginia, Darden Business School. Connect with Jill Gilliland on LinkedIn.