Since this position will require the selected candidate to engage in regular contact with children in the form of care, guidance, supervision or training, you will be required to meet the requirements of the Child Protective Services Act, including the Pennsylvania State Police criminal background check, the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare child abuse criminal background clearance, and an FBI fingerprint-based federal criminal records check. The selected candidate will not be allowed to commence working until all three (3) are completed satisfactorily.
Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jefferson’s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson.
About Jefferson
Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Registered Nurse at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we’re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. Our work to improve lives is never done.
About Our Unit
Moss-Magee Rehab Elkins Park Spinal Cord Injury Rehab- 1 North is a 20-bed Spinal Cord Injury Unit at Moss-Magee Rehab Elkins Park specializing in the care of traumatic and non-traumatic spinal injuries. Registered Nurses and Nursing Assistants work closely with the interdisciplinary team that includes physicians, occupational and physical therapists, neuropsychology, social work, clinical specialists, and dietary to provide the best education and outcomes for the patients served.
- We promote an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s care giving all team members a chance to learn from each other, be heard and valued.
- We promote continual learning.
- We have an open door policy.
- We strongly encourage our nurses to be involved and join committees, organizations, and events important to them.
- We practice shared governance and want our nurses to be heard and involved.
Awards & Recognition
Moss-Magee Rehab is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of “America’s Best” rehabilitation facilities. Well known for its success treating spinal cord injury, stroke, amputation, traumatic brain injury and related conditions, Moss-Magee Rehab sees nearly 2,800 inpatients and 190,000 outpatients yearly.
Schedule Commitment
Schedules are available 6 weeks in advance. The work schedule commitment for this position requires the following:
- Must be able to work twelve (12) hour shifts.
- Must be able to work every third (3rd) weekend.
- Holiday commitment consists of 1 holiday per season.
Responsibilities
As a registered nurse, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Performs patient procedures within the nursing scope of practice.
- Practices safe medication administration and assesses patient responses to medication.
- Participates in reviewing and/or implementing clinical pathways and care coordination.
Qualifications
To qualify as a registered nurse, you must meet the following requirements for consideration:
- BSN Degree preferred.
- State Issued RN license.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Total Rewards
As a valued member of the team, you will be eligible to receive our total rewards package which includes:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans.
- Retirement Plans.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Voluntary benefits.
- Health Coaching, Commuter Discounts, Day Care Services, etc.
Culture
We are a creative and collaborative team dedicated to outstanding professional work on behalf of our patients. Our goal is to meet our patients' needs and help them advocate for themselves and their family members. We believe our place in the community is as a healer, an activist, and a trusted friend. We perform our duties with empathy and compassion as we serve the needs of the underserved population of North Philadelphia. While we do have an academic component to our work, we strive to be community doctors who take pride in serving others. Join us...make a difference.
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