Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Anesthetist to join our dynamic and growing Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine. As a nurse anesthetist at one of the nation’s premier academic medical centers, you'll have the flexibility to tailor your professional path to match your goals—whether that’s clinical excellence, academic leadership, or work-life balance!

Why Penn State Hershey?

Competitive Pay: Up to $359K for experienced CRNAs; $277K starting salary for new grads
Sign-on Incentives:
- $50,000 sign-on bonus
- Up to $65,000 in completion bonuses
- Education Expense Program: Up to $40,000 in tuition reimbursement
- $10,000 relocation stipend (if eligible)
- Extra paid time off awarded on start date:
  - 5 additional PTO days
  - 56 hours (FT) or 12 hours (PT) of personal time
- $3,000 yearly CME dollars – Option to rollover CME funds annually
- More than 7 weeks paid time away + 7 paid holidays
- Paid parental and medical leave
- $25,000 referral bonus
- 75% Tuition Discount – for you and eligible dependents through Penn State
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Option to earn more with evening, weekend, and specialty coverage bonus options

Opportunities for Growth

Clinical Variety: Work across a wide range of surgical services, including trauma, neuro, ortho, thoracic, transplant, pediatrics, robotics, and more
Professional Development: Leadership roles, education, and research opportunities available
Academic Engagement: Opportunity for involvement in Penn State’s new Nurse Anesthesia Program (anticipated start date Spring 2027)
Continuing Education: Earn free CE credits

Our Team & Culture

Collegial, mission-driven environment rooted in Penn State Health’s RITE values
Collaborate with top faculty, participate in innovative research, and help train the next generation of nurse anesthetists

Community Highlights:

Highly rated public schools (many ranked in the top 20% statewide)
Easy access to New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Baltimore
Central PA offers a balance of vibrant urban areas, charming small towns, and beautiful rural landscapes
Rich cultural opportunities: Harrisburg Symphony, museums, fine dining, farmers markets
Outdoor recreation: ample hiking trails, including the Appalachian Trail, biking, boating, rowing, skiing, golfing, hunting

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
NBCRNA certification required.
Currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse by the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing

Join a health system where your voice is valued, your work is respected, and your career can grow - on your terms!

CRNA - $359K Max & Flexible Scheduling in Hershey, PA

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