Night Shift RN — Surgical Care Unit

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

FSA/HAS

403b Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Prepaid tuition assistance

Job summary

Penn Medicine Princeton Health is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to work the night shift in the Surgical Care Unit (SCU). The SCU is a 36-bed unit specializing in inpatient surgical care, including joints, bariatrics, and abdominal procedures.

This role emphasizes pre- and post-operative patient education and safe perioperative care. Requirements include BSN or pursuit, 15 months RN experience, Basic Life Support and NJ RN license; national certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required or in pursuit of.
• 15 months of RN experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required and NJ RN license.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre and post-operative care for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Emphasize patient and family education to ensure clear expectations and outcomes.
• Perform clinical duties including pain management, wound care, and line care as part of daily routines.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

BSN or in pursuit of BSN

Job description

Penn Medicine Princeton Health is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to work the night shift in the Surgical Care Unit (SCU). The SCU is a 36-bed unit specializing in inpatient surgical care, including joints, bariatrics, and abdominal procedures.

This role emphasizes pre- and post-operative patient education and safe perioperative care. Requirements include BSN or pursuit, 15 months RN experience, Basic Life Support and NJ RN license; national certification is preferred.