Professional Staff Nurse (med/surg)

UPMC•Cranberry Township, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Professional Staff Nurse (med/surg) UPMC Northwest Hospital Seneca, PA Professional Staff Nurse Status: Full Time (36 hours/week) Unit: Medical / Surgical / Pediatrics Shift: variable This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Sign-On Bonus Details: $10,000 sign-on bonus available for graduate nurses with less than one year of RN experience $20,000 sign-on bonus available for nurses with over 1 year of experience Join us as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community! Responsibilities: Clinical Practice & Patient-Centered Care Utilizes the nursing process within a Relationship-Based Care framework to provide holistic, patient-centered care. Develops daily plans of care in partnership with patients and families, addressing clinical, psychosocial, safety, and spiritual needs. Demonstrates strong critical thinking and clinical judgment throughout the episode of care. Communicates patient condition clearly to interdisciplinary care teams and advocates for appropriate care adjustments. Mains accurate, thorough documentation to support continuity of care. Creates a compassionate, healing environment focused on safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Collaboration & Professional Relationships Builds and maintains positive working relationships with patients, colleagues, and external partners. Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, cultural awareness, and respect. Promotes healthy work-life balance, safe work hours, and effective time management. Identifies and communicates workplace safety concerns. Patient & Staff Education Applies adult (and/or pediatric, as applicable) learning principles in patient, family, and staff education. Provides clear education to support care transitions and discharge planning. Supports development of students and new staff; may serve as a preceptor. Encourages open communication, feedback, and continuous learning. Professional Development & Team Engagement Demonstrates accountability for ongoing professional growth. Actively participates in shared governance, unit goals, and change initiatives. Functions as a highly engaged care team member and supports colleagues as needed. Adapts positively to change and evolving practice environments. Quality Improvement & Evidence-Based Practice Participates in unit and department quality improvement initiatives. Identifies opportunities to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to guide clinical care. Contributes to multidisciplinary discussions to enhance patient care planning Qualifications & Experience Demonstrated ability to provide age-appropriate patient care based on principles of growth and development across the lifespan. Ability to assess patient data, identify age-specific needs, and deliver care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. BSN preferred. Strong clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with leadership, physicians, interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex environment with changing priorities and specialized equipment. Physical Requirements Mobility, visual acuity, and manual dexterity required. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients. Scheduling Flexibility UPMC offers a variety of flexible scheduling options, including traditional rotating/flexible shifts and premium programs for primarily night or weekend shifts. Eligibility for night/weekend premium programs requires a minimum of 6 months of nursing experience and completion of any required orientation during regular business hours. Candidates interested in these programs should notify their recruiter during the interview process. Licensure, Certifications & Clearances Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state of employment or a valid multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) license. Graduate Nurses must pass the RN licensure exam within 6 months of hire or within one year of graduation (whichever comes first). Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) accepted per policy. CPR/BLS certification (AHA-compliant) required within 30 days of hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 1 year of hire or transfer. UPMC-approved national certification preferred. Required clearances: Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Act 73 FBI Clearance Employees working under an out-of-state NLC license who change residency to the facility’s state must apply for in-state licensure within 60 days. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to provide age-appropriate patient care based on principles of growth and development across the lifespan.
Ability to assess patient data, identify age-specific needs, and deliver care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Strong clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with leadership, physicians, interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex environment with changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Mobility, visual acuity, and manual dexterity required.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state of employment or a valid multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) license.
Graduate Nurses must pass the RN licensure exam within 6 months of hire or within one year of graduation (whichever comes first).
Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) accepted per policy.
CPR/BLS certification (AHA-compliant) required within 30 days of hire.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 1 year of hire or transfer.
Required clearances: Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Act 73 FBI Clearance
Employees working under an out-of-state NLC license who change residency to the facility’s state must apply for in-state licensure within 60 days.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
UPMC-approved national certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilizes the nursing process within a Relationship-Based Care framework to provide holistic, patient-centered care.
Develops daily plans of care in partnership with patients and families, addressing clinical, psychosocial, safety, and spiritual needs.
Demonstrates strong critical thinking and clinical judgment throughout the episode of care.
Communicates patient condition clearly to interdisciplinary care teams and advocates for appropriate care adjustments.
Maintains accurate, thorough documentation to support continuity of care.
Creates a compassionate, healing environment focused on safety, quality, and patient satisfaction.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with patients, colleagues, and external partners.
Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, cultural awareness, and respect.
Promotes healthy work-life balance, safe work hours, and effective time management.
Identifies and communicates workplace safety concerns.
Applies adult (and/or pediatric, as applicable) learning principles in patient, family, and staff education.
Provides clear education to support care transitions and discharge planning.
Supports development of students and new staff; may serve as a preceptor.
Encourages open communication, feedback, and continuous learning.
Demonstrates accountability for ongoing professional growth.
Actively participates in shared governance, unit goals, and change initiatives.
Functions as a highly engaged care team member and supports colleagues as needed.
Adapts positively to change and evolving practice environments.
Participates in unit and department quality improvement initiatives.
Identifies opportunities to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to guide clinical care.
Contributes to multidisciplinary discussions to enhance patient care planning