Registered Nurse - Med Surge Unit - Per Diem/7a-7p

Penn Medicine

Plainsboro, New Jersey

Eligibility: Med surgNeurologyOncologyPsychiatry

Posted Jul 17

Shift and hours: Days
Unit and setting: Med-Surg · Hospital
License: RN licenseActive NJ RN license required.
Term: Per Diem

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License: Active NJ RN license required.
License: LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT
Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Certification: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required or in pursuit of.
Experience: 15 months minimum of RN experience required.
Experience: Related Work Experience

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Against similar roles: Top of New Jersey PRN payNew Jersey PRN postings that state pay run $37/hr to $57/hr, the middle half $45/hr to $56/hr, across 553 postings.

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Comprehensive compensation and benefits program
Prepaid tuition assistance program

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Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Why Join Our Team?

We are hiring for an experienced RN to join our MNO team in a Per Diem Day Shift position. The hours for the role are 7:00 am - 7:00 pm.

The MNO Unit is a 36 bed unit with multiple sub-specialties (neurology, oncology, and psychiatry). It has a specialized focus on stroke, seizures, epilepsy, other neurological conditions, oncology which includes the administration of chemotherapy. Because of the multiple sub-specialties, nurses are required to meet mandatory competencies such as ACLS, stroke scale certification, CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention), and chemotherapy competency.

What We Require for this Role

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required or in pursuit of.

Related Work Experience

15 months minimum of RN experience required.

Licensure, certification OR registration requirement

Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required. Active NJ RN license required.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Salary Range

$49.96 - $68.99/Hourly

As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

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Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

What's around it?

In Plainsboro, NJ

Plainsboro, NJ

Living costs about 9% above the US average

Life in Plainsboro, NJ

NeighborhoodsPlainsboro features master-planned enclaves and quiet residential sections rather than traditional urban districts. Princeton Meadows is an established neighborhood centered around the local golf course, characterized by tree-lined streets, apartment communities, and townhomes popular with young professionals. Plainsboro Village and the newer Plainsboro Town Center provide walkable access to local service shops, medical offices, and dining along a designated main street. Surrounding pockets offer single-family subdivisions that border preserved wetlands and local green space.

Plainsboro features master-planned enclaves and quiet residential sections rather than traditional urban districts. Princeton Meadows is an established neighborhood centered around the local golf course, characterized by tree-lined streets, apartment communities, and townhomes popular with young professionals.

Plainsboro Village and the newer Plainsboro Town Center provide walkable access to local service shops, medical offices, and dining along a designated main street. Surrounding pockets offer single-family subdivisions that border preserved wetlands and local green space.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: crestprinceton.com Source 2: youtube.com

Getting aroundCommuting relies heavily on the Route 1 corridor, which connects Plainsboro directly to regional healthcare hubs in Plainsboro, Princeton, and New Brunswick. Rail access is anchored by the nearby Princeton Junction Station, offering direct NJ Transit Northeast Corridor line service north toward New York Penn Station and south toward Trenton for connections to Philadelphia. While driving to local medical facilities within the township is short and straightforward, highway traffic on Route 1 can congest significantly during shift changes and rush hours.

Commuting relies heavily on the Route 1 corridor, which connects Plainsboro directly to regional healthcare hubs in Plainsboro, Princeton, and New Brunswick. Rail access is anchored by the nearby Princeton Junction Station, offering direct NJ Transit Northeast Corridor line service north toward New York Penn Station and south toward Trenton for connections to Philadelphia.

While driving to local medical facilities within the township is short and straightforward, highway traffic on Route 1 can congest significantly during shift changes and rush hours.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: crestprinceton.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: njconferencecenter.com

OutdoorsOver half of Plainsboro's land is dedicated open space, highlighted by the 630-acre Plainsboro Preserve, which features nine walking trails, a nature center, and a large reservoir popular for birdwatching and hiking. Township amenities include Plainsboro Community Park and Rowland Park, which provide sports fields, playgrounds, and running paths. Regional outdoor recreation is supplemented by nearby Mercer County Park and Nash Park for water recreation, athletics, and picnicking.

Over half of Plainsboro's land is dedicated open space, highlighted by the 630-acre Plainsboro Preserve, which features nine walking trails, a nature center, and a large reservoir popular for birdwatching and hiking. Township amenities include Plainsboro Community Park and Rowland Park, which provide sports fields, playgrounds, and running paths.

Regional outdoor recreation is supplemented by nearby Mercer County Park and Nash Park for water recreation, athletics, and picnicking.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: crestprinceton.com Source 2: plainsboronj.com Source 3: m.yelp.com Source 4: njconferencecenter.com

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Living in Plainsboro

Plainsboro presents a uniquely balanced suburban setting in Central New Jersey, pairing extensive green space with exceptional connectivity along the Route 1 corridor. For healthcare professionals relocating to work at nearby medical centers, the township offers an accessible rental market in neighborhoods like Princeton Meadows alongside master-planned townhome and single-family communities. More than half the township remains protected land, giving nurses immediate post-shift relief at the 630-acre Plainsboro Preserve or Plainsboro Community Park. Commuting into New York City or Philadelphia is convenient via the nearby Princeton Junction Station on NJ Transit's Northeast Corridor line. Families move here intentionally for the top-tier West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, including High School North. The primary tradeoff is the town's low-key commercial pace; Plainsboro Town Center and Plainsboro Plaza meet daily retail needs, but lively nightlife and cultural outings require heading into downtown Princeton. For nurses seeking safety, outstanding schools, and a restful home base close to regional hospitals, Plainsboro delivers a reliable, high-functioning environment.

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Sources

As of 2026-04-19Source 1: crestprinceton.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: njconferencecenter.com Source 4: thehonestlocal.com

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