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Now Hiring: Professional Staff Nurse – 6 West Acute Care

Schedule: Full-Time, Days with Rotation (7:00 AM- 7:00 PM; 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Rotation: Every other weekend & every other holiday

Why Choose UPMC?

At UPMC, we’re committed to investing in nurses like you—financially, personally, and professionally—starting on day one. Whether you're launching your career or seeking a new opportunity, we’re here to help you thrive.

Incredible Benefits Include:

+ Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for experienced nurses

+ $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for graduate nurses or those with less than one year of experience

+ NEW Monthly Loan Repayment Program – Up to $20,000 for 2025–2026 nursing graduates

+ Up to 5.5 weeks of PTO annually + 7 paid holidays

+ Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000/year (includes dependents!)

+ No-cost RN-BSN/MSN options for UPMC employees

+ Career ladders that reward experience and education

Graduate Nurses are welcome to apply!

Final job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder placement at the time of offer.

About the Role

As a Professional Staff Nurse on our 6 West Acute Care unit, you’ll be a vital member of the care delivery team. You’ll provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients and families, while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to achieve the best outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

+ Deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process and Relationship-Based Care model

+ Develop and implement individualized care plans

+ Educate patients and families throughout the care journey

+ Collaborate with peers and leadership to improve care quality and safety

+ Participate in shared governance, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice

+ Serve as a mentor and preceptor to students and new staff

+ Maintain a healthy work-life balance and model professional accountability

• Qualifications

Education & Experience

+ Minimum 3 years of nursing experience required

+ Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

+ A Master’s in Nursing, DNP, or a Master’s in a related field may substitute for certification requirements

Professional Development

+ Must complete an annual professional contribution aligned with department, hospital, or system goals, approved by the Unit Director

+ One of the following is required:

+ UPMC-approved nursing certification within 1 year of hire/transfer (must be maintained)

+ Certification not required if a Master’s in Nursing or DNP is held

+ Must receive and maintain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher rating on the Professional Staff Nurse Performance Evaluation for promotion and continued status

Clinical & Critical Thinking Skills

+ Demonstrates exemplary clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities

+ Ability to lead others in the application of the nursing process

+ Skilled in managing multiple priorities and operating specialized equipment in a complex environment

Interpersonal & Communication Skills

+ Builds and maintains positive, caring relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams

+ Communicates effectively with executives, managers, physicians, and support staff

•♀️ Physical Requirements

+ Mobility and manual dexterity required

+ Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning

+ **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** Additional License Requirements

+ \Annual completion of a professional contributions selected from department, hospital or system goals, and approved by Unit Director AND either: UPMC approved nursing certification required within 1 year of hire/transfer and must be maintained OR Certification not required if Master's in nursing or DNP is held.If a BSN is held, a Master's degree in a related field may be substituted in lieu of Certification. PR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located.

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) OR Registered Nurse (RN)

+ Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran