Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department Casual

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is hiring a casual Professional Staff Nurse for its Emergency Department. The ED is a state-of-the-art, 22-bed Level 3 Trauma unit that opened in 2014. It treats critically ill patients and a range of emergency medical concerns, including OB/GYN, geriatric, medical-surgical, bariatric, orthopedic, oncology, and stroke cases. Many ED nurses are trained to perform forensic exams for sexual assault. Patient volume and acuity vary and can change quickly, making the department a fast-paced, unpredictable environment requiring rapid problem-solving.

The Professional Staff Nurse provides competent, empathetic patient care and treatment, using independent judgment and clear communication. The nurse builds partnerships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and families to support desired outcomes across the continuum of care. As a member of the care delivery team, the nurse helps set standards for nursing care and is accountable for its provision, while demonstrating commitment to the community and nursing profession.

This casual role works rotating shifts for 36 hours every six weeks, with a minimum of one shift per schedule and one holiday per year. Hours and travel may change based on business needs. Salary is determined by education and nursing experience. UPMC describes the Professional Staff Nurse role as part of its nursing career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement.

Requirements

• Two years of nursing experience.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state where the facility is located, or a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state when applicable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); CPR must meet AHA standards and include didactic and skills-demonstration components within 30 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
• Act 33 clearance, with renewal.
• Act 34 clearance, with renewal.
• Act 73 FBI Clearance.
• Complete an annual professional contribution selected from department, hospital, or system goals and approved by the Unit Director through UPMC’s My Nursing Career Ladder, or hold and maintain a UPMC-approved nursing certification. Certification is not required if the nurse holds an MSN or DNP.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent and empathetic patient care and treatment.
• Use independent judgment and communicate fluently with care partners, patients, and families.
• Build relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and families to achieve desired patient outcomes across the continuum of care.
• Set standards for the level and quality of nursing care and be accountable for its provision.
• Demonstrate commitment to the community and the nursing profession.

Benefits

• Up to five and a half weeks of paid time off annually.
• Seven paid holidays each year.
• Nursing career ladders and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents.
• UPMC employee discounts, including no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options.
• Access to modern health care equipment and technology.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed