Entry Level Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner Jobs
New grad hospitalist nurse practitioner jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotation performance or internship work can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Insurance, with employers like Penn State Health, Sound Physicians, and University of Maryland Medical System hiring at this level now.
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Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.
Penn State Health - Holy Spirit Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Camp Hill
Work Type: Part Time
FTE: 0.5
Shift: Night
Hours: 7:00p-5:00a
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Erica L. Moyer at emoyer8@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Penn State Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Hospitalist Medicine team as a Nocturnist APP serving patients at Holy Spirit Medical Center and Hampden Medical Center.
The ideal candidate will have experience caring for adult medical patients in an inpatient setting and be comfortable managing cross-coverage needs, completing admissions, and responding to rapid responses and codes with strong physician and Critical Care support. Our APP team includes seven providers across these locations, offering a collaborative and supportive practice environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Master's Degree in Nursing with clinical specialization.
- Two (2) years of RN experience.
- Current CRNP license in Pennsylvania.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
- Inpatient clinical experience preferred
- Experience managing adult medical patients in a Hospitalist, Acute Care, or comparable inpatient setting strongly preferred
- Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, APPs, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH HOLY SPIRIT MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center brings acute inpatient medical services to the greater Harrisburg region with outpatient and inpatient locations in Cumberland, Dauphin, Perry, and Northern York counties. The facility features 281 beds, a four-story Ortenzio Heart Center, and around-the-clock complex critical care for those suffering from life-threatening injuries.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.
Penn State Health - Holy Spirit Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Camp Hill
Work Type: Part Time
FTE: 0.5
Shift: Night
Hours: 7:00p-5:00a
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Erica L. Moyer at emoyer8@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Penn State Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Hospitalist Medicine team as a Nocturnist APP serving patients at Holy Spirit Medical Center and Hampden Medical Center.
The ideal candidate will have experience caring for adult medical patients in an inpatient setting and be comfortable managing cross-coverage needs, completing admissions, and responding to rapid responses and codes with strong physician and Critical Care support. Our APP team includes seven providers across these locations, offering a collaborative and supportive practice environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Master's Degree in Nursing with clinical specialization.
- Two (2) years of RN experience.
- Current CRNP license in Pennsylvania.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
- Inpatient clinical experience preferred
- Experience managing adult medical patients in a Hospitalist, Acute Care, or comparable inpatient setting strongly preferred
- Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, APPs, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH HOLY SPIRIT MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center brings acute inpatient medical services to the greater Harrisburg region with outpatient and inpatient locations in Cumberland, Dauphin, Perry, and Northern York counties. The facility features 281 beds, a four-story Ortenzio Heart Center, and around-the-clock complex critical care for those suffering from life-threatening injuries.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
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Entry Level Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hospitalist nurse practitioner job?
Start by targeting hospitals and health systems that run structured new graduate NP orientation programs, as these are built for candidates with limited independent practice experience. Highlight clinical rotations in acute care or inpatient settings, any inpatient preceptorship hours, and familiarity with rounding workflows. A solid letter of recommendation from an attending physician or supervising NP can give entry level applicants a meaningful edge over the competition.
Which companies hire entry level hospitalist nurse practitioners?
Companies hiring entry level hospitalist nurse practitioners right now include Penn State Health, Sound Physicians, and University of Maryland Medical System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large hospital systems, regional health networks, and physician staffing groups that have the infrastructure to support new graduates through onboarding and mentorship.
Are there remote entry level hospitalist nurse practitioner jobs?
Yes, though the majority of hospitalist roles require on-site patient care. About 8% of entry level hospitalist nurse practitioner openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these typically involve telehealth consultation, care coordination, or utilization review responsibilities rather than traditional bedside rounding duties.
Are these new grad hospitalist nurse practitioner jobs?
Yes, many of the hospitalist nurse practitioner openings listed here are new grad friendly, meaning they welcome recent graduates, candidates with zero to two years of experience, and applicants whose background includes strong clinical rotations or a supervised preceptorship rather than independent practice history. Look for postings that mention orientation programs, mentorship, or that list experience as preferred rather than required, as these are the clearest signals that a role is open to junior candidates.
Which industries hire the most entry level hospitalist nurse practitioners?
Entry Level hospitalist nurse practitioner roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because inpatient volume and staffing demand give new graduates structured environments where supervised onboarding and mentorship are standard practice.