Registered Nurse (RN) Postpartum High Risk

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is hiring a Registered Nurse for its 20-bed Postpartum unit. The unit cares for well mother-baby couplets and also treats mothers with pre-eclampsia; newborns whose mothers are diagnosed with chorioamnionitis; patients with high-risk postpartum conditions, including Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome; and surgical patients who have undergone C-section, postpartum tubal ligation, or hysterectomy during childbirth. It is a fast-paced unit where nurses can support and educate new families and care for patients in adoption and surrogacy scenarios.

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

UPMC offers a bedside nursing career ladder, with opportunities to advance to Expert Nurse and beyond. The final job title and rate of pay depend on individual qualifications and candidate choice. The role works a rotating 12-hour schedule to provide 24/7 floor coverage, with shifts from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Nurses rotate holidays and weekends. Hours and travel may change based on business needs.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state where the facility is located, or a multistate license from a participating Nursing Licensure Compact 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.
• Act 33 clearance, with renewal.
• Act 34 clearance, with renewal.
• Act 73 FBI clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Acute care or obstetrics nursing experience is preferred.
• ASN, BSN, and MSN qualifications are all welcome; no degree preference.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent, empathetic patient care and treatment.
• Use independent judgment and communicate fluently with physicians, care providers, patients, and patients’ families.
• Build relationships with the care team, patients, and families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
• Set standards for the level and quality of nursing care and remain accountable for its provision.
• Support and educate new families and care for patients with postpartum and related high-risk needs.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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