Description

UPMC is hiring a Full-Time, Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) for Centre County.  This position is Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, requires rotating weekend/on call, every third weekend, and one summer and one winter holiday.  Travel is reimbursed at the Federal mileage reimbursement rate.  If you are looking for flexible scheduling options and one-on-one care, apply today!

***This position is eligible for a generous Sign-On Bonus up to $15,000.  Please apply for more details.***

As a Professional Staff Nurse at UPMC Home Healthcare, you will find:

Competitive wages, with a BSN differential

An incomparable benefit package

100% Tuition Reimbursement for your BSN/MSN degree through approved Universities.

A generous vacation accrual

The Professional Staff Nurse is a valued step in the UPMC nursing career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement!

Purpose:

The Professional Staff Nurse is responsible for the delivery of skilled nursing services to patients in their homes according to the physician's plan of care, agency policies and procedures, fiscal intermediaries, regulatory agencies and bodies, and within recognized standards of nursing practice.

Must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to the population served.

Responsibilities:

Focuses on customer service and continually strives to perform the duties of their job in a manner that will result in optimal patient satisfaction.

Identifies, investigates and recommends solutions to organization issues.

Coordinates case management activities within a multi-disciplinary health care team to insure appropriate delivery of services to patient. 

Initiates, coordinates and insures ongoing communication with the physician and other members of the health care team.

Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes and adjusts nursing care process as indicated to ensure optimal patient care. 

Initiates, coordinates and evaluates patient and family centered health teaching.

Attend compliance training and adhere to the organization standards of conduct, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL STAFF NURSE Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• UPMC Home Health Care approved certification preferred.
• A minimum of 6 months of nursing experience in an Acute Care Facility, or Skilled Care Facility, or Home Health, or Hospice Care is required.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients and their families.
• Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
• Demonstrates good clinical judgement, critical thinking, and problem solving abilities.
• Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• UPMC approved national certification is preferred.
• Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• CPR is required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Automotive Insurance
• Driver's License
• Act 33
• Act 34
• OAPSA

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the My Nursing Career Ladder based on their individual experience and education.

Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC’s COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more.

Total Rewards

More than just competitive pay and benefits, UPMC’s Total Rewards package cares for you in all areas of life — because we believe that you’re at your best when receiving the support you need: professional, personal, financial, and more.

Our Values

At UPMC, we’re driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community. Ready to join us? Apply today.