Casual Registered Nurse - Hematology/Oncology (2 Pavilion/South)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Casual Registered Nurse for the Hematology/Oncology unit at Shadyside. The position requires experienced RNs to provide holistic patient care, foster teamwork, and engage in professional growth. Candidates should possess at least an Associate’s degree in Nursing and have a commitment to excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Career Advancement Opportunities

Ongoing Education Support

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of RN experience required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 12 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR is required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Foster positive relationships with colleagues and patients.
• Use the nursing process within Relationship Based Care.
• Actively engage in shared governance and quality improvement.

Skills

Adaptability

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN, or MSN

Job description

Casual Registered Nurse - Hematology/Oncology (2 Pavilion/South)

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Join UPMC Shadyside’s Oncology Team on 2 Pavilion/South!

• Experienced RNs: Casual and/or Limited Casual position available for nurses with 1+ years of experience
• About UPMC Shadyside: A 4x Magnet-designated teaching hospital and center of ongoing, cutting-edge research and education.
• Flexible Shifts: A minimum of 30 shifts are required to be worked each year, or 36 hours are required to be worked within 6 weeks
  
  

About 2 Pav/South:

Shadyside 2 Pavilion and 2 South are fast-paced hematology/oncology units that are advancing cancer care. Nurses in these units specialize in centralizing the care of medically managed patients who have received chemotherapy treatments. Ongoing education is valued, supported, and encouraged on 2 Pavilion and 2 South, making it a great unit for experienced nurses seeking to expand their clinical knowledge.

• High-Acuity Patients: Patients on this unit require staff members who are highly motivated, encouraging, and driven to provide patients with the best possible experiences and outcomes.
• Career Advancement: UPMC Shadyside Hospital is connected physically to Hillman Cancer Center which is the main center of all cancer care within the UPMC system.
• Fast-Paced Teamwork: Our Registered Nurses work rotation shifts including weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.
  
  

Why Work at UPMC?

UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you - 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 in your nursing career.

Responsibilities:

Build Relationships:

• Foster positive relationships with colleagues and patients.
• Understand cultural differences and promote healthy interactions.
• Maintain work-life balance and prioritize safety.
  
  

Effective Teaching:

• Apply adult learning principles to educate patients, families, and staff.
• Guide patients through care transitions and provide detailed teaching.
• Support colleagues’ development and create an open learning environment.
  
  

Holistic Patient Care:

• Use the nursing process within Relationship Based Care.
• Set daily goals and consider individual patient needs.
• Communicate effectively with care providers and document comprehensively.
  
  

Professional Growth:

• Actively engage in shared governance and quality improvement.
• Adapt to change and contribute to improving patient care.
• Enhance patient satisfaction through evidence-based practices.
• At least 1 year of RN experience required.
• An Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN, or MSN is required.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care and interact with patients of all ages. Understand the principles of growth and development over the lifespan.
• Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients and their families, executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, and other departments.
• Work productively and effectively in an environment with changing priorities that require specialized skills.
• Think critically to analyze and problem-solve to deliver the best patient care. Use sound clinical judgment and problem-solving to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.
• Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices.
• Ability to work productively and effectively within complex environments and handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
  
  

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• ACLS within 12 months of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• CPR is required based on AHA standards that include both didactic and skills demonstration within 30 days of hire.
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state.Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
• UPMC-approved national certification preferred.
• Act 34
  
  

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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