Professional Staff Nurse, PACU

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Erie, PA

43d

About The Position

UPMC Hamot is hiring a Professional Staff Nurse to join the PACU! Purpose: The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse who plays a key role in delivering high-quality patient care. They are accountable for setting care standards, making independent clinical decisions, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Their responsibilities include managing patient care, leading and supervising others, and fostering strong relationships with patients, families, and medical professionals to achieve optimal outcomes. The role also reflects a commitment to both the nursing profession and the broader community.

Requirements

• One year of nursing experience required.
• Demonstrates age-specific care knowledge and skills based on assigned unit requirements.
• Understands growth and development principles across the lifespan.
• Assesses and interprets patient data to meet age-related care needs per department policies.
• Has 0-2 years of experience; BSN preferred.
• Builds positive, caring relationships with all levels of staff, departments, and patients/families.
• Functions effectively in complex environments with shifting priorities and specialized equipment.
• Exhibits strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Leads others in applying the nursing process through critical thinking.
• Possesses mobility, manual dexterity, and physical stamina for frequent patient handling.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (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)
• Graduate nurses must complete licensure examination within SIX MONTHS of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first. Though temporary permits are valid for one year from the date of graduation, not one year from issue of permit (or until the results of the examination are known at which time it becomes null and void), UPMC requires that GNs take the licensure examination within 6 months of their start date or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• One year of nursing experience in a ICU/IU setting highly preferred.
• UPMC approved national certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Builds strong internal and external relationships through accountability, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• Promotes cultural awareness and encourages healthy peer interactions.
• Maintains work-life balance and models safe work habits and time management.
• Reports workplace safety hazards to peers and management.
• Applies adult learning principles in educating patients, families, students, and new staff.
• Provides thorough patient and family education for care transitions.
• Supports development of others and may serve as a preceptor.
• Encourages open dialogue and continuous improvement through feedback.
• Uses the nursing process and Relationship Based Care to create healing environments.
• Develops patient-centered goals and holistic care plans.
• Identifies and addresses clinical, social, and emotional patient needs.
• Communicates effectively with care teams and documents comprehensively.
• Aligns care with professional standards and organizational goals to enhance safety and satisfaction.
• Builds compassionate relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Takes ownership of professional growth to improve care quality.
• Actively engages in shared governance and supports change initiatives.
• Collaborates willingly with care team members and adapts to change.
• Participates in unit-specific quality improvement efforts.
• Identifies and shares opportunities for care and service improvement.
• Uses research and evidence-based practice to enhance clinical care and influence patient plans.

Benefits

• UPMC offers flexible scheduling options, including night/weekend shifts with premium pay.
• Special shift programs require at least 6 months of nursing experience and may include daytime orientation.
• Interested candidates should notify their recruiter during the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees