Clinical Nurse 2- Inpatient Psych - HUP Cedar - Full-Time Days

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in Philadelphia seeks an experienced RN for the inpatient Psych Unit. The role involves providing patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring safety and quality in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health programs

Leading tuition assistance plan

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• At least 15 months of relevant professional nursing experience.
• Completion of Nurse Residency Program, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes data and QI methods to improve care quality and safety.
• Engages in evidence-based problem solving and decision making.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Professionalism

Safety

Technology/Informatics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is looking for an experienced RN to join our team on the inpatient Psych Unit at the Cedar location!

The inpatient, acute, psychiatric units at HUP Cedar Avenue provide short-term psychiatric management for admitted patients experiencing an acute mental disorder or an exacerbation of a chronic psychiatric disorder, with or without a secondary addiction diagnosis. 2 North-East and 2 South-East are each locked, 16-bed acute care service units admitting adults on voluntary or involuntary commitment. The department is committed to providing treatment in the least restrictive setting possible, aiming to restore patients to their optimal functioning in the community.

Summary:

• The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN practicing as a full partner on the healthcare team, demonstrating safe practice within the professional practice model.
• Possesses the knowledge, skills, and attitude to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse 2 position description addendum.
• Exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies reflecting its mission, embedded in professional practice domains.
• Provides patient care through the nursing process, accountable for the care of assigned patients of all ages.
• Demonstrates competencies in CQI, Evidence-Based Practice, Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork.
• Works closely with the interprofessional team to coordinate care, focusing on individualized patient needs based on various considerations.
• Seeks feedback and provides feedback to improve clinical practice, demonstrating how nursing impacts organizational goals and complies with regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Utilizes data and QI methods to improve care quality and safety.
• Evaluates and integrates current evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences.
• Engages in evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective care delivery.
• Provides person and family-centered care respecting patient preferences and needs.
• Demonstrates professionalism through lifelong learning, ethical practice, and community engagement.
• Minimizes harm through effective safety practices.
• Uses technology to communicate and support clinical decision-making.
• Participates in teamwork to ensure safe, quality patient outcomes.

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS/CPR) as per AHA standards.
• Registered Nurse license in PA.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school.
• At least 15 months of relevant professional nursing experience and completion of Nurse Residency Program, if applicable.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits include comprehensive health programs, a leading tuition assistance plan, and a supportive work environment committed to making medical advances that improve lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, genetic information, victim status, citizenship, military status, or any other protected status under law.