UPMC NorthwestSeneca, PAProfessional Staff NurseFull TimeCritical Care UnitJoin a dynamic healthcare team as a Professional Staff Nurse, where you'll lead by example, deliver exceptional patient care, collaborate with physicians and families, and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, all while advancing your career and demonstrating your dedication to the nursing profession and community.Responsibilities:
Builds and maintains positive relationships with patients, colleagues, and management, demonstrating accountability, enthusiasm, and commitment.
Embraces cultural differences and fosters healthy, respectful relationships among peers.
Balances work and personal life, models safe work hours, and maintains a healthy lifestyle.
Communicates workplace safety hazards effectively with peers and management.
Applies adult learning principles to educate patients, families, students, and new staff, including guidance through care transitions.
Serves as a preceptor and promotes continuous development through feedback and practice improvement.
Utilizes the nursing process and Relationship-Based Care to provide holistic, patient-centered care.
Demonstrates critical thinking in assessing clinical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs, ensuring comprehensive documentation and communication.
Actively participates in shared governance, goal-setting, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and the work environment.
Incorporates evidence-based practices and research to improve patient outcomes and overall care quality
Demonstrates knowledge and skills for age-appropriate care and growth/development principles.
Works effectively in a complex environment, managing multiple priorities and specialized equipment.
Applies critical thinking and clinical judgment to patient care.
Physical stamina for walking, standing, lifting, and positioning patients.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC-approved national certification preferred.
Current RN licensure or multistate license through the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC).
CPR required (AHA standards).
Graduate nurses must complete licensure exam within 6 months of hire.
PALS/ACLS required within one year of hire or transfer.
Act 34 and OAPSA clearances required.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran