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From the nation\u2019s first library to its famous cheesesteaks, Philadelphia offers unique history and flair to healthcare professionals looking for a change of scenery. <\/span>Children\u2019s Hospital of Philadelphia<\/span><\/a> (CHOP) ranked No. 4 on the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report Best Children\u2019s Hospitals Honor Roll and attracts many pediatric nurses and allied health professionals throughout the country. Discover what it\u2019s like to work at this renowned teaching facility and if this hospital is the right fit for your career in this employer spotlight.<\/span><\/p>\n

Overview of Children\u2019s Hospital of Philadelphia<\/b><\/h3>\n

Children\u2019s Hospital of Philadelphia, in the heart of Philadelphia, PA, is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania medical school\u2019s pediatric department and the Children\u2019s Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute, one of the country\u2019s largest research facilities. Founded in 1855 by Francis West Lewis, it has grown tremendously in pediatric research and medical services over the years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

CHOP is part of CHOP Care Network, the largest pediatric healthcare network in the nation. CHOP Care Network provides pediatric services throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey and also recently opened a second hospital in King of Prussia, PA, called Middleman Family Pavilion.<\/span><\/p>\n

Today, the Children\u2019s Hospital of Philadelphia has 627 beds and employs over 16,000 people. For the past 11 years, U.S. News & World Report ranked CHOP\u2019s Department of Pediatrics as the No. 1 pediatric training program. It offers competitive pediatric fellowships, continuing education, medical residency and minority medical student research programs to entice healthcare professionals to join its ranks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mission, Vision and Principles<\/b><\/h4>\n

According to the Children\u2019s Hospital of Philadelphia\u2019s website, its mission is to \u201cbe the world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children by integrating excellent patient care, innovative research and quality professional education into all of its programs.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

It seeks to provide family-centered care while promoting research, education and advocacy. <\/span>CHOP\u2019s primary goal is \u201cto make sick children well and to secure a healthy future for families.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Children\u2019s Hospital of Philadelphia embodies its \u201cICARE\u201d values, an acronym representing \u201cintegrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence.\u201d It also strives to promote leadership and strong partnerships.<\/span><\/p>\n

Awards, Honors and Accreditations<\/b><\/h4>\n

Recognized for advancing pediatric innovation and technology, the Children\u2019s Hospital of Philadelphia has earned numerous awards and accolades. <\/span>Forbes <\/span><\/i>ranked the hospital No. 1 on its list of America\u2019s Best Large Employers for 2022. It also ranked No. 1 best regional hospital in Pennsylvania and No.1 in the Mid-Atlantic in 2023-24, per the U.S. News & World Report.<\/span><\/p>\n

CHOP earned its first Magnet recognition for nursing excellence in 2004 from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Magnet Recognition Program is a voluntary application process where nurses demonstrate their excellence in improving patient outcomes. CHOP earned its fourth Magnet recognition in 2019 and is currently reapplying for its fifth.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some additional certifications, accreditations, honors and awards the hospital has earned include:<\/span><\/p>\n