Professional Staff Nurse (PART-TIME) 8A Neuro ICU

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

UPMC Mercy is hiring a part-time Professional Staff Nurse for its 8A Neuro ICU. The 18-bed ICU provides comprehensive care to patients with acute and critical neurological conditions. The unit uses advanced technology and a multidisciplinary team—including neurologists, neurosurgeons, intensivists, specially trained nurses, respiratory therapists, rehabilitation therapists, and clinical pharmacists—to manage complex cases. Its patient-centered approach includes compassionate support for patients and families, regular communication and education, and involving patients in decisions about their care. The team coordinates with rehabilitation services, outpatient clinics, and community resources to support continuity of care and recovery beyond the ICU.

The Professional Staff Nurse provides competent, empathetic patient care and treatment, using independent judgment and clear communication to build relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and families. As a member of the care delivery team, the nurse helps set standards for the level and quality of nursing care and is accountable for its provision. Title and salary are determined based on education and nursing experience. The position is 24 hours per week on a rotating shift schedule.

Requirements

• Zero to two years of experience.
• Current Registered Professional Nurse licensure in the state where the facility is located, or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with that state; a Registered Nurse license or Temporary Practice Permit is listed.
• CPR meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills-demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
• Graduate nurses must complete the licensure examination within six months of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first; UPMC requires the exam within six months of the graduate nurse's start date.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within one year of hire or transfer.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Act 34 clearance.
• Knowledge and skills to provide care and interact appropriately with patients of the ages served by the assigned unit, including knowledge of lifespan growth and development and the ability to assess patient status and determine age-specific care needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients and families.
• Ability to work effectively in a complex environment, manage multiple and changing priorities, and use specialized equipment.
• Good clinical judgment, critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities related to patient care.
• Critical-thinking skills to apply and lead others in applying the nursing process.
• Mobility and visual-manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of previous nursing or critical-care experience is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• UPMC-approved national certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external colleagues, patients, and families; demonstrate accountability, motivation, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• Support the development of students, new staff, and colleagues, and may serve as a preceptor.
• Seek feedback and contribute to an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development.
• Demonstrate UPMC Values.
• Teach patients and families in a detailed and appropriate manner to guide them through their episode of care.
• Display daily patient goals and a care plan that involves the patient as a partner and considers individual needs holistically.
• Communicate workplace safety hazards to peers and management.
• Communicate effectively with peers and other care providers, including articulating and translating patient conditions.
• Incorporate professional organization, business unit, and health system goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.
• Take accountability for professional development that improves nursing practice and patient care quality.
• Adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility.
• Participate as an engaged care-team partner and respond to team members' requests for assistance and partnership.
• Take personal responsibility for improving patient satisfaction with care and service.
• Use research and evidence-based practice to improve clinical care; identify relevant research, discuss quality-improvement opportunities at multidisciplinary rounds, and influence patients' plans of care.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $7,500 for external nurses with one or more years of experience; eligible hires are asked to make a two-year work commitment.
• Up to five and a half weeks of paid time off annually and seven paid holidays each year.
• Dedicated nursing career ladders, including a new nursing career ladder, with opportunities to advance and recognition for experience and advanced education.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution for employees and their dependents.
• UPMC employee discounts, including no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed