Professional Staff Nurse, OP (RN) - Orthopedics

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center•Williamsport, PA

43d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is currently hiring for a Full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our outpatient Orthopedics office in Williamsport, PA. This is a salaried Professional Staff Nurse, OP position 5 days/week, Monday through Friday, between 7:45 am - 5:00 pm, with no weekends or major holidays. Apply today and join a supportive office of excellent healthcare professionals as they provide Life Changing Medicine to families in our community. Sign-On Bonus!: In addition to competitive pay & our Total Rewards benefits, we are currently offering a $6,000.00 sign-on bonus to eligible RNs with a 2-year commitment. Purpose: As a Registered Nurse on our care delivery team, you'll set and uphold high standards of care. You'll be responsible for providing and managing nursing care for patients and their families, using your judgment, communication, and collaboration skills. You'll work closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to achieve the best patient outcomes. Your role also includes demonstrating a commitment to the community and the nursing profession.

Requirements

Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
Act 34 with renewal
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Registered Nurse (RN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)
Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
UPMC requires that GNs take the licensure examination within 6 months of their start date or 1 year of graduation, whichever comes first.

Responsibilities

Assess patient condition, take vital signs, record weight, and assist with evaluations.
Administer medications (oral, SQ, IM, IV) and perform blood draws.
Provide comprehensive patient and family education, promote wellness, and communicate physician instructions.
Coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
Identify and address clinical, social, psychological, safety, and spiritual needs.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment.
Maintain accurate documentation of patient care, interventions, and responses.
Uphold confidentiality and comply with all regulatory standards (OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and support evidence-based practices.
Foster a compassionate, patient-centered experience and promote satisfaction.
Build positive relationships with patients, families, and team members.
Educate patients, families, students, and new staff using adult learning principles.
Support professional development and shared governance efforts.
Demonstrate physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning.
Embrace change, show flexibility, and model accountability and enthusiasm.
Promote cultural awareness, healthy relationships, and work-life balance.
Communicate safety concerns and maintain a safe care environment.