Location & Practice Overview

This Registered Nurse role is based at Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park, a continuing care retirement community in Northeast Philadelphia that includes a 120-bed skilled nursing facility. The campus sits at 8401 Roosevelt Boulevard and serves as one of several WEL sites offering independent living, personal care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing on a single property.

Facility Type 120-bed skilled nursing facility within a CCRC campus
Address 8401 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19152
Geographic Context Northeast Philadelphia with highway access and nearby public transit
Practice Model Team-based nursing within a nonprofit senior living continuum

Responsibilities

  • Administer medications and prescribed treatments according to resident care plans
  • Monitor vital signs and overall resident health status, reporting changes promptly
  • Deliver direct nursing care focused on resident safety, comfort, and well-being
  • Collaborate daily with LPNs, CNAs, and other medical staff on care coordination
  • Maintain accurate documentation supporting continuity of care across shifts

Core duties center on hands-on clinical support for residents in the skilled nursing setting, emphasizing consistent observation and interdisciplinary communication rather than administrative oversight.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold active Pennsylvania credentials and demonstrate readiness to work with older adults in a skilled nursing environment. Prior SNF experience is not listed as mandatory.

Licensure
Active RN license in Pennsylvania
Certification
CPR/BLS (current or willingness to obtain)
Clinical Focus
Interest in geriatric and long-term care nursing
Team Skills
Ability to function effectively within a multidisciplinary nursing team

Compensation & Benefits

Total compensation reaches up to $50 or more per hour when shift differentials and other components are included. Benefits are available across full-time, part-time, and PRN options as outlined by the employer.

  • Premium shift differentials applied to eligible hours
  • Tuition reimbursement for career advancement
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance options plus 401(k) with above-average employer match
  • Paid time off, sick time, and annual performance increases
  • Same-day pay option, $1,000 employee referral bonus, and on-demand CE credits through WEL University

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Options Full-time, part-time, and PRN
Shift Availability All shifts offered with differentials
Staffing Context Above-average staffing ratios reported by employer
On-Site Features Well-lit parking and Northeast Philadelphia location near highways and transit

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Nurses in this role care for older adults residing in the skilled nursing and rehabilitation portion of the campus. Clinical work involves both short-term rehab and longer-term nursing needs typical of a 120-bed SNF within a larger continuing care community.

Primary Population Seniors requiring skilled nursing or post-acute rehabilitation
Care Setting Inpatient skilled nursing unit
Clinical Focus Medication management, vital monitoring, and daily care coordination
Team Structure Collaboration with LPNs, CNAs, and interdisciplinary medical staff

About Wesley Enhanced Living

Wesley Enhanced Living is a nonprofit operator of continuing care retirement communities in the Greater Philadelphia region. The organization has provided aging services for more than 135 years and currently serves approximately 1,200 residents across five locations with more than 1,100 employees. Pennypack Park is one of its Philadelphia campuses offering independent living, personal care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation.

Organization Type Nonprofit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) operator
Geographic Footprint Five communities in the Greater Philadelphia area
Scale Approximately 1,200 residents and over 1,100 employees
Recognition Certified Great Place to Work and previously recognized on Fortune Best Workplaces in Aging Services lists

Frequently Asked Questions

Are walk-in interviews available for this RN position?
Yes. Walk-in interviews are welcomed every Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. A current resume is required, and candidates may interview the same day without an appointment.
Is influenza vaccination mandatory for employment?
Yes. Wesley Enhanced Living is a mandatory influenza vaccine employer and maintains a drug-free workplace policy.
Does the facility offer same-day pay?
Same-day pay is listed among the available options for staff at this location.
What professional development support is provided for RNs?
Continuing education credits are available on-demand through WEL University, along with mentoring programs and tuition reimbursement for further advancement.
How long do most RNs typically remain at this site?
According to the employer, most RNs at Pennypack Park stay four or more years.
Is prior skilled nursing facility experience required?
The posting does not list prior SNF experience as a requirement. An active Pennsylvania RN license and CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain it) are the primary credential criteria stated.

Registered Nurse in Philadelphia, PA

This Registered Nurse opening centers on direct clinical care inside a 120-bed skilled nursing unit that forms part of a larger nonprofit continuing care campus in Northeast Philadelphia. The position supports older adults across both short-term rehabilitation and longer-stay nursing needs, with daily collaboration among LPNs, CNAs, and the broader medical team. Flexible full-time, part-time, and PRN pathways exist across all shifts, and total compensation can reach $50 or higher per hour when differentials are factored in. The workplace emphasizes stable leadership and reported above-average staffing levels within a campus that also includes independent living and personal care services. Candidates holding an active Pennsylvania RN license who prefer geriatric-focused nursing in a mid-sized SNF setting will find a clearly defined clinical role rather than a high-volume hospital environment.

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