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Professional Staff Nurse – Multiple Units

Job ID: 230001AO
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Rotating
Facility: UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Department:
Location: 4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 31.6-45.45 USD

At UPMC, we are passionate about continuing to support your growth throughout you nursing journey.  We offer a robust career ladder for bedside nursing that starts with Professional Staff Nurse and leads to Expert Nurse and beyond.  Applicants will all levels of experience will be considered for this position.

The final job title and rate of pay will be based upon individual qualifications.  Any required certifications and contributions will be based on job title will be afforded a timeframe to obtain.  Our competitive career ladder, as well as out Total Rewards package, will be discussed at time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you. 

The minimum rate of pay for a non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse is $29.77/hour.  

 

Is it your dream to work in pediatric nursing? We have opportunities available! UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring multiple Full-Time Professional Staff Nurse positions within:

6A Ortho/Neuro/Trauma
6B General Thoracic Surgery
7A Cardiac Acuity Adaptable
7B Transplant/Intestinal Care
7C Medical/Surgical
8B Medical/GI
9A Adolescent Medical/Endocrine
9B Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Emergency Department

The unit(s) you are most interested in will be discussed at the time of interview scheduling.  All positions will support our Main Campus location in the Lawrenceville neighborhood in the city of Pittsburgh. 

These positions will work rotating shifts.

You will manage and provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication and collaboration with all team members.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care.

• Applies the nursing process within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment.

• Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning principles (and/or teaching children if applicable) and applies in teaching of patients, families, students and new staff.

• Actively participates in department or unit-specific quality improvement efforts.

• Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.

 

Qualifications:

  • BSN is strongly preferred. If no BSN, enrolled in a BSN program is strongly preferred
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families is required
  • Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment is required
  • Good clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem solving abilities as related to various aspects of patient care is required.
  • Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process is required
  • Mobility and visual manual dexterity as well as physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients is required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  •       Act 33 Child Clearance with Renewal
  •       Act 34 Criminal Clearance with Renewal
  •       Act 73 FBI Clearance
  •       Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
  •       Registered Nurse License or Temporary Practice Permit


UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

CAREER GROWTH

Grow Your Nursing Career

Spanning over 20 clinical specialties and more than 50 unique nursing roles, every nurse at UPMC can achieve and advance their goals with the My Nursing Career Ladder. Whether you’re looking to progress to an elevated role or continue your education, UPMC equips nurses with the resources, feedback, leadership, and benefits to help you succeed and achieve your career goals. Here’s how a few nurses have grown their careers through the years at UPMC:

Clyde C.

As a Professional Staff Nurse, Expert at UPMC Muncy, Clyde is a great example of someone who has taken advantage of UPMC’s My Nursing Career Ladder to grow his career while remaining in the same hospital location.

Clyde’s Career Journey:

⦁ 2017: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2021: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2022: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2022-present: Professional Staff Nurse, Expert – UPMC Muncy

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Michelle B.

In her current role as a Professional Staff Nurse, Expert at UPMC Presbyterian, Michelle cares for patients with chronic and ongoing health issues as part of a Medical-Surgical unit. Michelle enjoys the daily change that Med-Surg nursing brings, and has found a career path that is interesting, meaningful, and full of opportunity.

Michelle’s Career Journey:

⦁ 2019: Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2021: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2021: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2022: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2023: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Expert – UPMC Presbyterian

Michelle, a blonde nurse, smiles at the camera outside of a hospital setting.

Jouli H.

Born in Syria, Jouli H. had a childhood dream of becoming a nurse. After moving to the United States and initially pursuing a different career, Jouli decided to return to school when she turned 30, returning to the hope and dream she had as a little girl. After attending UPMC Mercy School of Nursing, Jouli has continued her UPMC career journey, even becoming a mother along the way.

Jouli’s Career Journey:

⦁ 2020: Staff Nurse – UPMC Mercy
⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Mercy
⦁ 2021: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Mercy
⦁ 2022: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Casual – UPMC Mercy
⦁ 2023: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Casual – UPMC Mercy

Jouli wears blue scrubs in a hospital room, looks at camera with a soft smile on her face.

Keshon B.

Keshon might have only started his nursing career 3 years ago, but he has made the most of his time at UPMC! Through tuition assistance and mentorship by coworkers, Keshon has gained experience and grown as a nurse, leader, and UPMC team member. Before his current role with UPMC Travel Staffing, Keshon proudly worked as a staff nurse in his hometown of McKeesport.

Keshon’s Career Journey:

⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
⦁ 2020: Staff Nurse – UPMC McKeesport
⦁ 2020: Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC McKeesport
⦁ 2021: Bed Flow Coordinator – UPMC McKeesport
⦁ 2022: Administrator On Duty – UPMC McKeesport
⦁ 2022-present: RN – UPMC Travel Staffing, MS

Keshon, a younger male nurse, wears blue scrubs in a hospital hallway, looks at camera with a soft smile on his face.

BENEFITS AND LIFE AT UPMC

Why Work Here

We know that you have many options when choosing where to build your career. So why choose UPMC? We can think of a few reasons.

Work-Life Balance

Finding the ideal balance to manage the important elements in your life.

Development & Opportunities

Enhancing your career through continued learning opportunities and/or advancement.

Compensation

Receiving competitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay.

Performance & Recognition

Rewarding performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC.

Benefits

Providing assistance and security to meet the current and future needs of you and your family.

Work-Life Balance

Finding the ideal balance to manage the important elements in your life.

Development & Opportunities

Enhancing your career through continued learning opportunities and/or advancement.

Compensation

Receiving competitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay.

Performance & Recognition

Rewarding performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC.

Benefits

Providing assistance and security to meet the current and future needs of you and your family.

Benefits that Matter to You

We’re committed to providing benefits that meet your needs and support your well-being in all areas of life.

  • Earn over 5 Weeks of Paid Time Off Every Year
  • Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement options
  • Earn up to 8% of your eligible pay in retirement contributions from UPMC
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Benefits that Matter to You

We’re committed to providing our employees with benefits that meet their needs and support their well-being in all areas of life.

  • Earn over 5 weeks of paid time off every year
  • Affordable medical, dental & vision coverage
  • Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement options
  • Earn up to 8% of your eligible pay in retirement contributions from UPMC
  • Employer-paid life insurance

Support for You – and Your Family

Your career doesn’t impact just you, but the people you care about, too. We’re making sure your career works for the whole family.

  • Two Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Family Planning Resources
  • Tuition Assistance for Dependents
  • Comprehensive Health Care for Dependents
  • Emergency Child and Elder Care Options
  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Support for You – and Your Family

Your career doesn’t impact just you, but the people you care about, too. We’re making sure your career works for the whole family.

  • Flexibility to choose the shifts and work arrangements work best for your lifestyle
  • Two weeks of paid parental leave
  • Family planning resources
  • Comprehensive health care for dependents
  • Emergency child and elder care options

A Culture That Cares

At UPMC, you can find a home among people who share your passions and care about who you are.

A Culture That Cares

UPMC is a place where you can find a home, no matter your gender, race, sexual orientation, age, or culture, and where you can meet people who share your passions and care about you.

Tools to Reach Your Potential

Once you become a member of our team, the journey doesn’t stop there. UPMC is committed to supporting your growth and helping you build the career of your dreams.

  • Up to $6,000 of Annual Tuition Assistance
  • Ongoing Learning via Linkedin Learning
  • Accelerated Career Pathways for Growth
  • Robust Instructor-led Education and Learning Pathways

Tools to Reach Your Potential

Once you become a member of our team, the journey doesn’t stop there. UPMC is committed to supporting your growth and helping you build the career of your dreams.

  • Unlimited educational possibilities, including no-cost BSN and MSN programs
  • Robust career ladders for every nurse – no matter your specialty, location, or career stage
  • Up to $6,000 of annual tuition assistance
  • Ongoing learning opportunities

Expansive Opportunity

Where do you want to go with your career? Wherever it is, UPMC can take you there.

Expansive Opportunity

Where do you want to go with your career? Wherever it is, UPMC can take you there.

* Note: Benefits described may not be applicable to all staff.

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Keshon, a younger male nurse, wears blue scrubs outside a hospital, looks at camera with a soft smile on his face.

Through tuition assistance and mentorship by coworkers, Keshon launched his nursing career in his hometown of McKeesport.

Jouli wears blue scrubs in a hospital room, looks at camera with a soft smile on her face.

Since growing up in Syria, Jouli H.’s story has been one that inspires all of us to remember how empowerment can truly change someone’s life.

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