UPMC
Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II - Emergency Department (Part-Time)
UPMC, Jamestown, New York, United States, 14704
Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II (Part-Time) - Emergency Department (Part-Time)
UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a part-time nurse to join our team of dedicated professionals in our Emergency Department.
About the Unit The ED is a 28‑bed state‑of‑the‑art emergency department comprised primarily of private rooms and sees approximately 100 patients per day. Care is offered to patients of all ages and presentations, including behavioral health services, sexual assault victim services, trauma stabilization, acute cardiac and neuro events. It is a busy, fast‑paced unit with a dedicated nursing staff that prioritizes teamwork and patient care.
UPMC is committed to investing in nurses—financially, personally, and professionally—starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive.
Benefits
Up to five and a half weeks of paid time off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year.
Dedicated career ladders, including a brand‑new nursing career ladder added just this year.
Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees).
No‑cost RN‑BSN/MSN options for UPMC employees.
Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
Responsibilities
Identifies opportunities for clinical quality and workplace improvement. Applies evidence‑based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice. Serves on or leads teams that launch innovations in patient care or support a healthy workforce.
Serves as a role model of professional nursing practice by serving as a recognized unit leader in one or more of the following areas: clinical expertise, teacher, specialized resource nurse, and/or evidence‑based practice. Consistently gives appropriate feedback to all members of the health care team and participates in the nursing peer review process. Promotes change that enhances the quality of patient care and the unit environment. Serves on teams and leads successful teams as part of daily practice. Demonstrates highly developed clinical assessment and analytical skills within the context of Relationship Based Care. Actively participates in shared governance at unit level and serves on hospital‑wide councils.
Demonstrates a passion for developing others, enthusiastically and expertly precepting students, graduate nurses and new hires. Analyzes clinical and behavioral situations, identifying learning opportunities to improve patient care practices. Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement. Supports continuous learning in the clinical area by sharing research, materials from professional organizations, presenting on the unit, supporting journal clubs, etc.
Applies the nursing process within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as a partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Practices solid communication skills, and is able to articulate and translate the patient's condition to other care providers and to negotiate and make recommendations for changes in patient care and unit practices. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers. Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological and spiritual issues for the patient care within an episode of care. Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work. Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
Builds and mends relationships among colleagues within the framework of a healthy workplace. Role models keen cultural awareness including preventing and addressing horizontal violence and impairment. Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life through prioritization and delegation of responsibilities.
Requirements
Minimum 3 years experience.
BSN preferred.
Annual completion of a professional contribution selected from department, hospital or system goals, approved by the Unit Director, and either: UPMC approved nursing certification required within 1 year of hire/transfer and must be maintained, or certification not required if a 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.
The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit, as specified below. They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
Must obtain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on a Professional Staff Nurse Performance Evaluation to be promoted to this level.
Must maintain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on annual performance evaluation to maintain status.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non‑physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Exemplary clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem‑solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.
Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.
Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
CPR required based on AHA standards—didactic and skills demonstration within 30 days of hire.
Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement.
PALS within one year of hire or transfer.
ACLS within one year of hire or transfer.
CCM training required within 6 months of hire and annually thereafter.
New York SCR Application – Due within first week of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC).
My Nursing Career Approved Certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
Registered Nurse (RN).
NYS Staff Exclusion List (NYSEL).
NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse (NYSCR).
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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About the Unit The ED is a 28‑bed state‑of‑the‑art emergency department comprised primarily of private rooms and sees approximately 100 patients per day. Care is offered to patients of all ages and presentations, including behavioral health services, sexual assault victim services, trauma stabilization, acute cardiac and neuro events. It is a busy, fast‑paced unit with a dedicated nursing staff that prioritizes teamwork and patient care.
UPMC is committed to investing in nurses—financially, personally, and professionally—starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive.
Benefits
Up to five and a half weeks of paid time off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year.
Dedicated career ladders, including a brand‑new nursing career ladder added just this year.
Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees).
No‑cost RN‑BSN/MSN options for UPMC employees.
Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
Responsibilities
Identifies opportunities for clinical quality and workplace improvement. Applies evidence‑based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice. Serves on or leads teams that launch innovations in patient care or support a healthy workforce.
Serves as a role model of professional nursing practice by serving as a recognized unit leader in one or more of the following areas: clinical expertise, teacher, specialized resource nurse, and/or evidence‑based practice. Consistently gives appropriate feedback to all members of the health care team and participates in the nursing peer review process. Promotes change that enhances the quality of patient care and the unit environment. Serves on teams and leads successful teams as part of daily practice. Demonstrates highly developed clinical assessment and analytical skills within the context of Relationship Based Care. Actively participates in shared governance at unit level and serves on hospital‑wide councils.
Demonstrates a passion for developing others, enthusiastically and expertly precepting students, graduate nurses and new hires. Analyzes clinical and behavioral situations, identifying learning opportunities to improve patient care practices. Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement. Supports continuous learning in the clinical area by sharing research, materials from professional organizations, presenting on the unit, supporting journal clubs, etc.
Applies the nursing process within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as a partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Practices solid communication skills, and is able to articulate and translate the patient's condition to other care providers and to negotiate and make recommendations for changes in patient care and unit practices. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers. Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological and spiritual issues for the patient care within an episode of care. Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work. Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
Builds and mends relationships among colleagues within the framework of a healthy workplace. Role models keen cultural awareness including preventing and addressing horizontal violence and impairment. Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life through prioritization and delegation of responsibilities.
Requirements
Minimum 3 years experience.
BSN preferred.
Annual completion of a professional contribution selected from department, hospital or system goals, approved by the Unit Director, and either: UPMC approved nursing certification required within 1 year of hire/transfer and must be maintained, or certification not required if a 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.
The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit, as specified below. They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
Must obtain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on a Professional Staff Nurse Performance Evaluation to be promoted to this level.
Must maintain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on annual performance evaluation to maintain status.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non‑physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Exemplary clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem‑solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.
Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.
Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
CPR required based on AHA standards—didactic and skills demonstration within 30 days of hire.
Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement.
PALS within one year of hire or transfer.
ACLS within one year of hire or transfer.
CCM training required within 6 months of hire and annually thereafter.
New York SCR Application – Due within first week of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC).
My Nursing Career Approved Certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
Registered Nurse (RN).
NYS Staff Exclusion List (NYSEL).
NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse (NYSCR).
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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