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Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania is recruiting a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for its Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine. The position is full time at 0.95 FTE, with a varied schedule built from a mix of shift lengths and flexible or self-scheduling options. Weekend work is minimal, and the role carries no holiday, night, or call duties.

The posting lists pay of $282K to $361K annually, with a starting salary at the lower end for new graduates and the higher end for experienced CRNAs. Sign-on incentives of up to $177K are advertised, including a $50,000 sign-on bonus and up to $32,500 in completion bonuses. Additional offers include up to $75,000 in tuition reimbursement, a $20,000 relocation stipend for eligible hires, and a $25,000 referral bonus.

Benefits described include extra paid time off on the start date, more than seven weeks of paid time away plus seven paid holidays, paid parental and medical leave, and $3,000 per year in CME funds with an annual rollover option. Employees and eligible dependents may receive a 75% tuition discount through Penn State. Optional bonuses are available for evening, weekend, and specialty coverage.

The health system offers exposure to a wide range of surgical services, including trauma, neuro, orthopedic, thoracic, transplant, pediatric, and robotic cases. Leadership, education, and research roles are available, and there is an opportunity to take part in the university's new Nurse Anesthesia Program, with an anticipated start in spring 2027. Free continuing education credits are also offered.

Candidates need a bachelor's degree in nursing, NBCRNA certification, and a current Pennsylvania registered nurse license. The area offers access to major cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Washington, and Baltimore, along with good public schools, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreation.