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Position Overview

Confidential Client seeks entry-level Registered Nurses for an inpatient ENT/Plastic Surgical unit. This Clinical Nurse 1 (New-to-Practice/Apprentice) role supports post-surgical and intermediate-care patients while you develop professional nursing competencies. Ideal for new graduates or RNs with less than 15 months of experience who hold a BSN and a PA RN license.

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What You’ll Do

• Provide direct, compassionate nursing care to patients across the lifespan in an ENT/Plastic Surgical unit.
• Participate in outcomes-focused, evidence-based care and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with an interprofessional team to coordinate patient care across the continuum.
• Seek guidance from experienced clinicians, accept feedback, and grow clinical judgment while building skills to care for increasingly complex patients.
• Apply technology and informatics tools to document care, communicate, and support decision-making.
• Contribute to a culture of professionalism, teamwork, safety, and person- and family-centered care.

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Responsibilities

• Develop and demonstrate foundational nursing skills consistent with Clinical Nurse 1 competencies and the New-to-Practice/Apprentice addendum.
• Use data and QI methods to identify opportunities to improve care delivery and patient outcomes.
• Integrate current evidence and clinical expertise with patient preferences to deliver optimal care.
• Maintain professional standards, adhere to regulatory requirements, and pursue ongoing learning and development.
• Support unit workflows including admissions, post-operative care, monitoring, patient education, and discharge planning.

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Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse — PA license (required).
• BSN from an accredited nursing program (required).
• Less than 15 months of RN experience (new-to-practice/apprentice level).
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) per the American Heart Association (required).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and professional development.

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Schedule & Location

• Full-time; rotating schedule that cycles every 4 weeks between day shift (7:00a–7:00p) and night shift (7:00p–7:00a).
• Every third weekend requirement.
• Work site: William Penn Annex East, PA (on-site).

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated salary: $106,817 per year (estimated figure listed on source ad).
• Confidential Client offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits program, including tuition assistance opportunities and resources to support employee health and professional growth.

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Why Apply

• Structured new-to-practice support designed to advance you from Clinical Nurse 1 to Clinical Nurse 2 within expected timeframes.
• Hands-on exposure to post-surgical and intermediate-care pathways that expand clinical skills.
• Work within a team culture that values engagement, feedback, and professional development.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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