Registered Nurse RN Observation Unit (Full Time/Evenings)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System seeks a dedicated RN for Lancaster General Hospital. This full-time position involves evening shifts and rotating holidays, where you will provide essential patient care as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate must hold a BSN, have RN licensure in PA, and complete a Nurse Residency Program or equivalent experience. Benefits include tuition assistance and health programs. Join us in delivering high-quality patient care!

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure from the PA Board of Nursing.
• Completion of the Nurse Residency Program or more than 15 months of practice.
• Good standing with Medicare and Medicaid.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care through the application of the nursing process.
• Perform patient assessments focusing on physiological functions.
• Educate patients about healthy practices.

Skills

Nursing process application

Patient care coordination

Clinical practice standards

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Penn Medicine is dedicated to providing the highest level of patient care, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in medicine. Working here means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Location and Schedule

Location: Lancaster, PA – Lancaster General Hospital
Hours: Full time (36 hours per week). Evening shift (3 pm‑3 am) with every third weekend and rotating holidays.

Unit Description

The Observation Unit is a fast‑paced 52‑bed unit for medical and surgical patients requiring short‑term care with anticipated discharges of 24‑48 hours. Primary diagnoses include chest pain, Afib, hypertension, PE/DVT, abdominal pain, trauma, TI/CVA, CHF, asthma/COPD, vertigo, electrolyte abnormalities, syncope, hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia, and pre/post‑procedure care.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility and accountability as defined by the American Nurses Association standards of nursing practice.
• Act as a full partner on the health care team, consistently demonstrating safe practice within the professional practice model.
• Provide patient care through the application of the nursing process and accept accountability for assigned patients ranging from infancy to the elderly.
• Work closely with the interprofessional team to coordinate care across the continuum and to facilitate patient education on healthy practices and treatment modalities.
• Implement care within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology Informatics, and Teamwork.
• Provide leadership by effectively communicating expected standards of care and supporting team members.
• Seek and provide feedback to improve clinical practice and demonstrate how nursing practice impacts organizational vision, mission, and goals.
• Comply with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.

Essential Duties

• Integrate the Lancaster General Health mission, vision, and values into patient care planning.
• Perform patient assessments focusing on physiologic, psychological, and cognitive functions, evaluating progress and adapting plans of care.
• Collect, manage, and analyze comprehensive data to determine diagnoses, formulate culturally and ethically sensitive plans of care, and implement care across multiple disciplines.
• Lead others by setting standards, encouraging contributions, and ensuring continuity of care through appropriate use of resources.
• Educate patients about healthy practices and treatment modalities.
• Enhance quality and effectiveness of nursing practices, utilizing technology as appropriate and considering factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• RN licensure issued by the PA Board of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher-level nursing degree.
• Completion of the Nurse Residency Program or more than 15 months of practice.
• Current CPR certification (American Heart Association Basic Life Support).
• Good standing with Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state health insurance programs (not excluded from participation).
• As outlined in the unit‑based Plan for Provision of Care.

Benefits

Penn Medicine offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program, including tuition assistance, health and wellness programs, and other employee support services.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.