Nurse, Student Health and Wellness

University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Nurse, Student Health and Wellness
Job Profile Title
Nurse B
Job Description Summary
Full-time Registered Nurse in the Student Health Service. This position will be responsible for providing clinical services to patients as well as administrative and operational support to the Nurse Manager as appropriate. The Registered Nurse must be comfortable with variable assignments including phone triage, clinical assessments and immunizations.
Schedule is varied with Evenings and Saturdays during the academic year.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Providing full spectrum primary care nursing services including but not limited to chronic and acute care, disease management, sexual health, and travel assessments. Focus on preventative care as well as other health and wellness activities.
Coordination of care and services with other clinical staff within the student health service and on campus. Initiating care as appropriate.
Assist clinical health care providers with routine, urgent and ongoing care and services. Administer injections, medications, immunization and allergy sera according to physician orders.
Telephone triage including offering advice, guidance and supportive care. Coordinating additional care as necessary. Educate patients on aspects of illness and conditions to ensure understanding of care and follow up needs.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing and 3 to 5 years of experience (preferably in an ambulatory care setting, family practice or other busy outpatient setting), or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Pennsylvania licensed registered nurse.
Completion of nursing program from an accredited institution.
Experience with young adults and in a culturally diverse population is preferred.
Second language proficiency preferred.
Familiarity with EPIC-based EMR is preferable.
Application Requirement
A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.
**This position is classified as "Essential Personnel." As an essential employee, you may be expected to report to work or remain on duty during university closures, delayed openings, or early dismissals, unless otherwise directed by your supervisor or a member of the senior management team. Additionally, you may also be required to work during university emergencies, including but not limited to natural disasters, extended periods of inclement weather, and other unforeseen events.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Health and Wellness
Pay Range
$65,628.00 - $108,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.