Clinical Nurse 2: Dynamic Surgical Unit Care

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC) within Penn Medicine is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse 2 to join the 5 East Medical Surgical Unit. The unit handles vascular, general, GI, urology, gynecology, orthopedics, and trauma overflow cases, delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care and professional practice, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement within an academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science is required.
• BSN from an accredited school of nursing.
• Nurse Residency Program completion or equivalent experience.
• Pennsylvania RN licensure required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.
• BLS/CPR for healthcare providers per AHA.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care on the 5 East Medical Surgical Unit with diverse surgical patients.
• Collaborate with interprofessional health care team to coordinate care across the continuum.
• Apply nursing process to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.
• Uphold clinical competencies in CQI, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care.

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)

BSN from accredited nursing school

Nurse Residency Program experience

Pennsylvania RN licensure

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

BLS/CPR healthcare provider per AHA

Job description

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC) within Penn Medicine is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse 2 to join the 5 East Medical Surgical Unit. The unit handles vascular, general, GI, urology, gynecology, orthopedics, and trauma overflow cases, delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care and professional practice, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement within an academic medical center.