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Frequently Asked
Questions
How do I get
started?
If you are interested in a
Nursing Career, you can “shadow” a professional at The Good Samaritan Hospital.
High School students should contact their guidance office. If you are not a
High School student, contact The Good Samaritan Hospital Educational Services
Department at 717-270-7759. Many nurses begin their career as a nursing
assistant.
Do you have
flexible scheduling?
Yes. Staff have the opportunity to work 4, 8,
and 12 hour shifts to help meet the needs of the employee as well as the
hospital.
Do you have a shift
differential?
Yes. Evenings and night shifts have a 10%
differential.
Do you have a
Weekend Program?
Yes. This option is available to RNs who prefer to
work weekends. To learn more about the weekend options, click here.
What type of
orientation do you provide?
Nursing orientation is tailored to the
individual. Orientation can extend to 12 weeks if needed. New hires are paired
with a trained preceptor. Goals and objectives are established with the
preceptor, educator, and nurse manager.
Do you have a
flex/perdiem program?
Yes.
Do I have to be a
Certified Nursing Assistant?
No. However, we can assist nursing
assitants to become certified. Educational services arranges with CNA training
sites for participation in a specific course. Full time employees are
eligible.
What shift
rotations do you have?
All staff rotate to an off shift from day
shift. Positions are available for primarily evening or primarily
nights.
Do I have to work
weekends?
Yes. All staff rotate every other weekend.
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