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Join Our Team at UPMC Passavant - Cranberry Emergency Department

UPMC Passavant, an ANCC Magnet-recognized hospital, is hiring a full-time Senior Professional Staff Nurse to support our Emergency Department in Cranberry. We're looking for compassionate, dedicated nurses to help deliver Life Changing Medicine to our community.

Why UPMC?

+ Competitive pay - including the highest BSN differential in the Pittsburgh area

+ Outstanding benefits - tuition reimbursement, loan repayment, paid time off, and more

+ Cutting-edge care - work alongside top clinicians using the latest technology

+ Career growth - access to career ladders, leadership opportunities, and continuing education

Nurse Support Highlights

+ Loan Repayment Program - up to $20,000 over three years for eligible new grads

+ Generous PTO - up to 5.5 weeks annually, plus 7 paid holidays

+ Tuition Reimbursement - up to $6,000/year for employees and dependents

+ RN-BSN/MSN Options - including no-cost programs for UPMC employees

+ Career Ladder - recognize and reward your experience and education

About the RoleAs a Senior Professional Staff Nurse, you'll be a key member of our care team, setting the standard for high-quality nursing care. You'll lead patient care activities, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and support a healing environment through compassionate, evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities include:

+ Applying the nursing process through Relationship-Based Care

+ Creating personalized care plans with patients and families

+ Communicating effectively with care teams

+ Identifying and addressing clinical and psychosocial needs

+ Leading or participating in quality improvement initiatives

+ Mentoring new nurses and students

+ Engaging in shared governance and professional development

+ Promoting a healthy, inclusive workplace culture

Schedule

This position requires rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, to ensure 24/7 coverage in the Emergency Department.

Education & Experience:

+ BSN preferred; Master's in Nursing or related field may substitute for certification requirement.

+ Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required.

+ Must receive and maintain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher rating on annual Professional Staff Nurse Performance Evaluations.

+ Completion of 2 professional contributions annually (or 1 contribution with certification), aligned with department, hospital, or system goals and approved by Unit Director per UPMC's My Nursing Career Ladder.

Skills & Abilities:

+ Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to lead others in applying the nursing process.

+ Effective communication and relationship-building with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

+ Capable of working in a fast-paced, complex environment with changing priorities and specialized equipment.

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

+ Demonstrates cultural awareness and contributes to a healthy workplace.

Licensure, Certifications & Clearances

Required:

+ Current RN license in Pennsylvania or a compact state.

+ CPR (BLS) certification per AHA standards (didactic + skills demo) within 30 days of hire.

+ ACLS, PALS, and NIMS certifications within 6 months of hire.

Preferred:

+ UPMC-approved nursing certification (not required if Master's or DNP is held).

Additional Certifications:

+ Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

+ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

+ National Incident Management System (NIMS) - Introduction & Incident Command

+ NIH Stroke Scale Certification

Clearances:

+ Act 33 with renewal

+ Act 34 with renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewalUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran