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Please contact Amy Shields, Talent Acquisition Specialist at for further details.. Schedule/Hours:Rotating schedule, 40 hours, days, mid-shift, overnights, weekends rotating between ICU and wards.. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples.. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

rotational

Description Responsibilities:Patient Care: Deliver comprehensive and attentive nursing care to a diverse range of patients, including critically ill, post-operative, intermediate level, and infectious disease cases. Maintain a high standard of patient comfort, safety, and welfare throughout their hospitalization.Clinical Rotations: Participate in rotations between the wards and ICU departments on a predetermined schedule. Effectively transition between different patient populations, ensuring consistent and quality care delivery.Teaching: Engage with 4th year School of Veterinary Medicine students and nursing students during clinical rounds and practical training sessions. Share your expertise, provide guidance, and facilitate a positive learning experience.Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the veterinary medical team, including veterinarians, technicians, and support staff, to create a cohesive and efficient patient care environment. Contribute to interdisciplinary discussions on patient treatment plans and progress.Critical Care: Excel in the management of critical patients, applying advanced nursing skills and critical thinking to monitor vital signs, administer medications, and intervene promptly in emergency situations.Education and Training: Stay updated on current veterinary nursing practices, technologies, and advancements. Attend relevant workshops, conferences, and training sessions to continuously enhance your clinical skills.Isolation and Infectious Disease Care: Demonstrate proficiency in implementing strict isolation protocols for patients with infectious diseases. Maintain a thorough understanding of biosecurity measures and infection control procedures.Qualifications:Veterinary Technician, A- CVT or board eligible- 0-1 year of experienceVeterinary Technician, B- CVT 2-3 years of experienceVeterinary Technician, C- CVT 3-4 years of experienceVeterinary Technician, D- CVT 5-8 years of experienceVeterinary Technician, E- VTS 8+ years of experience, VTS certificationStrong communication skills to interact effectively with students, colleagues, and clients.Adaptability and flexibility to seamlessly transition between different clinical settings.Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.This position is eligible for a signing incentive of $1,000. Please contact Amy Shields, Talent Acquisition Specialist at for further details.If you are a motivated and skilled nurse with a desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of animals and the education of future healthcare professionals, we encourage you to apply for this exciting rotational nursing position. Join our dedicated team and help us provide exceptional patient care across different clinical environments.Targeted Pay Range: $20.45/hr to $40.00/hr.*Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.Schedule/Hours:Rotating schedule, 40 hours, days, mid-shift, overnights, weekends rotating between ICU and wards.Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolSchool of Veterinary MedicinePay Range$20.45 - $40.00 Hourly RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University BenefitsHealth, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.Flexible Work Hours:Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.​

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