Lead RN - Educator & Care Champion

UPMC; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Professional Staff Nurse in Pittsburgh to provide expert nursing care, lead clinical decisions with independent judgment, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

This role emphasizes teaching patients and families, mentoring students and staff, and participating in department quality improvement within a Relationship Based Care framework, delivering compassionate, safe, and patient‑centered care.

Responsibilities

• Delivers teaching to patients and families using adult learning principles and supports student and staff development.
• Acts as a partner on the care team, contributing to governance and quality improvement.
• Builds productive relationships with colleagues and respects cultural differences.
• Applies the nursing process within Relationship Based Care to create healing environments.
• Ensures patient documentation supports communication and care planning.
• Participates in quality improvement and safety initiatives and advocates for patient satisfaction.

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Professional Staff Nurse in Pittsburgh to provide expert nursing care, lead clinical decisions with independent judgment, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

This role emphasizes teaching patients and families, mentoring students and staff, and participating in department quality improvement within a Relationship Based Care framework, delivering compassionate, safe, and patient‑centered care.