Advanced Practice Provider Fellow - Critical Care

Advanced Practice Provider Fellow - Critical Care

Apply now Penn State Health –
Hershey Medical Center –
Location: Hershey, PA –
Work Type: Full Time –
Shift: Varied –
Hours: Varied –
Recruiter Contact: Esther I. Zechman (ezechman.edu).

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Penn State Health Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP) fellowship is a postgraduate transition-to-practice training program for physician assistants and acute care nurse practitioners interested in a Critical Care APP career. The 12‑month program includes clinical rotations through Penn State Health’s adult Critical Care Units and additional time with Nephrology, Palliative Care, and Infectious Disease services. Fellows will work an average of 40 clinical hours per week and dedicate 10‑12 hours to didactic sessions, simulation lab training, online modules, case conferences, and journal clubs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Graduate of a nationally approved Physician Assistant or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program.
• National board certification required for both NPs and PAs prior to the start of the fellowship.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

FELLOWSHIP REQUIREMENTS:

• Dedicate up to 50 hours per week to fellowship training (clinical rotation, learning activities, didactic sessions, simulations).
• Work the clinical schedule outlined by mentors.
• Schedules will include days, evenings, nights, weekends, but no holidays.

APPLICATION MATERIALS: Submit a personal narrative (professional goals, interest in Critical Care – double spaced, 12‑font, max 3 pages), CV with critical care experience, and three letters of recommendation (one from a current program director or clinical faculty; if >2 years since graduation, one from a recent supervising physician or APP colleague).

Final date to receive applications:
February 28, 2026. Virtual interviews will be held in March 2026 and final selections made by late April 2026.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH? Penn State Health offers exceptional learning opportunities, exposure to a wide patient population, and individualized, innovative, specialized care. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision (no waiting period) and a Total Rewards Program with wellness programs, generous paid time off, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and employee recognition.

EEO STATEMENT: Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability or veteran status. Selection and hiring will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Union:
Non Bargained.
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