UPMC
Professional Staff Nurse - 4 East Acute Care Williamsport - Full-Time Nights
UPMC, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289
Join Our Team at UPMC Williamsport - Full-Time Professional Staff Nurse Opportunity 4 East Acute Care
UPMC Williamsport is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Professional Staff Nurse to join our team on 4 East Acute Care, a specialized 11-bed Adult Medical-Surgical Unit.
Position Details:
Schedule: Full-Time (36 hours/week)
Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Rotation: Every other weekend and every other holiday
4 East offers a dynamic and supportive environment where nurses are empowered to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. If you're looking to grow your career in a collaborative setting with a strong team culture, we'd love to hear from you!
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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
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Qualifications - Internal
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Additional Qualifications & Requirements
Age-Specific CompetencyMust demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of patients served. This includes understanding growth and development principles across the lifespan and the ability to assess and interpret data to meet age-specific needs, as outlined in departmental policies.
Experience & Education
0-2 years of nursing experience required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients, families, physicians, non-physician providers, and interdisciplinary teams
Strong collaboration and communication skills in a complex healthcare environment
?? Clinical & Critical Thinking Skills
Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
Critical thinking skills necessary to apply and lead others in the nursing process
Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate specialized equipment
Physical Requirements
Mobility and manual dexterity
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning
Flexible Scheduling Options
UPMC offers a variety of flexible scheduling programs in addition to traditional rotating shifts, including:
Night Shift Programs
Weekend-Only Programs with premium pay differentials
Note: To qualify for these programs, candidates must have at least 6 months of nursing experience and may be required to complete orientation during regular business hours. If interested, please inform your recruiter during the interview process.
Qualifications:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care and interact effectively with patients across the lifespan, as defined by the assigned unit.
Understands principles of growth and development and can assess and interpret data to meet each patient's age-specific needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Builds and maintains positive, compassionate relationships with patients, families, physicians, non-physician providers, leadership, and interdisciplinary team members.
Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities and operate specialized medical equipment.
Exhibits strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills essential to delivering high-quality patient care.
Possesses the critical thinking skills necessary to apply and guide others in the nursing process.
Demonstrates physical capabilities including mobility, visual and manual dexterity, and the stamina required for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC approved national certification preferred. 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. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance
Minimum six months experience. Graduate Nurses will be considered.
BSN preferred.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
UPMC Williamsport is currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Professional Staff Nurse to join our team on 4 East Acute Care, a specialized 11-bed Adult Medical-Surgical Unit.
Position Details:
Schedule: Full-Time (36 hours/week)
Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Rotation: Every other weekend and every other holiday
4 East offers a dynamic and supportive environment where nurses are empowered to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. If you're looking to grow your career in a collaborative setting with a strong team culture, we'd love to hear from you!
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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
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Qualifications - Internal
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Additional Qualifications & Requirements
Age-Specific CompetencyMust demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of patients served. This includes understanding growth and development principles across the lifespan and the ability to assess and interpret data to meet age-specific needs, as outlined in departmental policies.
Experience & Education
0-2 years of nursing experience required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients, families, physicians, non-physician providers, and interdisciplinary teams
Strong collaboration and communication skills in a complex healthcare environment
?? Clinical & Critical Thinking Skills
Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
Critical thinking skills necessary to apply and lead others in the nursing process
Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate specialized equipment
Physical Requirements
Mobility and manual dexterity
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning
Flexible Scheduling Options
UPMC offers a variety of flexible scheduling programs in addition to traditional rotating shifts, including:
Night Shift Programs
Weekend-Only Programs with premium pay differentials
Note: To qualify for these programs, candidates must have at least 6 months of nursing experience and may be required to complete orientation during regular business hours. If interested, please inform your recruiter during the interview process.
Qualifications:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care and interact effectively with patients across the lifespan, as defined by the assigned unit.
Understands principles of growth and development and can assess and interpret data to meet each patient's age-specific needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Builds and maintains positive, compassionate relationships with patients, families, physicians, non-physician providers, leadership, and interdisciplinary team members.
Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities and operate specialized medical equipment.
Exhibits strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills essential to delivering high-quality patient care.
Possesses the critical thinking skills necessary to apply and guide others in the nursing process.
Demonstrates physical capabilities including mobility, visual and manual dexterity, and the stamina required for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC approved national certification preferred. 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. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance
Minimum six months experience. Graduate Nurses will be considered.
BSN preferred.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran