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Be ready on stroke warning signs, time-critical care, fall/aspiration safety, SBAR communication, and how you learn under preceptorship. Ask about nurse-to-patient ratios, orientation length, and Stroke Unit metrics at Penn Presbyterian.
Strong fit for new RNs who want day-shift acute neuro care in a major Philadelphia academic health system, with structured growth and high-acuity learning on a dedicated Stroke Unit.
As a new-graduate Clinical Nurse 1 on days in the Stroke Unit at Penn Presbyterian, you deliver bedside care for acute stroke and neuro patients: assessments, meds, neuro checks, safety protocols, documentation, and handoffs. Days typically mean structured morning rounds, coordinated work with neurology and rehab teams, family education, and rapid response when status changes—with precepted support as you build unit competence.
Prioritize BLS/ACLS per unit policy, NIH Stroke Scale competency, neuro assessment, IV/med safety, and EHR charting. No cert cost list was provided in source data—confirm required credentials with Penn Medicine recruiting and unit leadership.
No. The listing is full-time days on-site at Penn Presbyterian’s Stroke Unit in Philadelphia County.
It is a new-graduate/entry clinical RN level focused on supervised bedside practice and skill building in the stroke specialty unit.
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The University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS) is a major multi-hospital health system headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. UPHS and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania together comprise Penn Medicine, a clinical and research entity of the University of Pennsylvania. UPHS hospitals include the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Pennsylvania Hospital, Chester County Hospital, Lancaster General Hospital, Princeton Medical Center, and Doylestown Hospital.
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Join Penn Medicine's stroke nursing team as a Clinical Nurse 1 at William Penn Annex East in Philadelphia. This full-time, day-shift position is designed for new graduate nurses ready to develop specialized clinical expertise in acute stroke care at a leading academic medical center. About the Role As a Clinical Nurse 1, you'll deliver compassionate, evidence-based patient care in our specialized stroke unit, working collaboratively with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to provide exceptional outcomes for patients experiencing acute cerebrovascular events. What You'll Do Provide direct patient care and continuous monitoring in the stroke unit Assess patient status and respond to clinical changes following established protocols Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on evidence-based stroke care strategies Maintain detailed, accurate clinical documentation and patient records Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members Support clinical excellence through participation in unit-based initiatives and continuous learning What We're Looking For Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program Current Pennsylvania RN licensure (or eligibility to obtain) Recent nursing graduate or early-career nurse seeking mentorship and clinical growth Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work collaboratively within a team-based healthcare environment Commitment to patient-centered care and professional development About Penn Medicine Penn Medicine is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine through exceptional patient care, innovative research, and healthcare education. As one of the nation's leading academic medical centers, we bring together top clinical professionals across all disciplines to deliver outstanding care and drive advances in the field of medicine. How to Apply Submit your application for this Clinical Nurse 1 position through this job listing.
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