Professional Staff Nurse-11E Trauma Ortho

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Loan Repayment Program

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UPMC Mercy is seeking a Professional Staff Nurse for the 11E Trauma Ortho Unit. Join a 35-bed Acute Care Unit focused on trauma and orthopedic care with a strong interdepartmental team and opportunities for growth and education.

The role emphasizes teaching patients and families, maintaining safety, and contributing to high-quality outcomes. Salary will reflect education and experience, with options for sign-on bonuses and loan repayment programs.

Qualifications

• Licensed registered nurse with current state license.
• BSN preferred or higher for experienced candidates.
• Experience in trauma/ortho care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains productive working relationships with patients and colleagues.
• May serve as a preceptor and support student/new staff development.
• Communicates safety hazards to peers and management.
• Delivers patient education and care plans with a holistic approach.
• Supports continuous improvement and evidence-based practice in care.
• Contributes to patient comfort and pain management strategies.
• Partners with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient outcomes.
• Engages in an environment of open dialogue and learning.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Precepting

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Join Our Dynamic Team at UPMC Mercy!

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of patients while advancing your nursing career?UPMC Mercyis on the lookout for a passionate and dedicatedProfessional Staff Nurseto join our11E Trauma Ortho Unit! Preference given to experienced candidates looking to start in the next few months or Graduate Nurses with upcoming graduation dates.

Why 11E?

Our specialized 35 bed Acute Care Unit is at the forefront of trauma and orthopedic care. We partner with our state-of-the-artMercy Trauma & Burn ICUto provide exceptional recovery support. Our plastic surgery team collaborates with burn and ortho specialists to offer advanced tissue reconstruction, bringing hope and healing to our patients.

What We Offer:

• Full-Time Position: Work 3 x 12-hour shifts each week, with shifts starting at 7am and 7pm.
• Night Shift Differential: Earn an extra $2.00 per hour for overnight shifts.
• Generous Sign-On Bonus available to new graduates and experienced nurses
• UPMC’s Monthly Loan Repayment program for nursing graduates, offering $20,000* in loan repayment paid over three years. No work commitment needed- this extra money in your paycheck starts after 6 months of employment and continues until you've received $20,000!
• Vacation Time: Generous Paid Time Off accrual, plus seven paid holidays each year
• Growth: Dedicated career ladders allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education.
• Continuing Education: Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options!)

Our Unique Environment:

• Therapy Gym On-Site: Begin the rehabilitative and recovery process from day one.
• Innovative Pain Management: Collaborate with the Acute Interventional Perioperative Pain Service team to ensure patient comfort through nerve blocks, continuous infusions, and PCA pumps.
• Models of Care Approach: Enhance patient care with a team-based approach, fostering collaboration and a supportive team culture.

Who We’re Looking For:

Whether you’re a soon-to-be nurse graduate or an experienced professional, we invite you to join our incredible 11E team. Here, you’ll find a positive and supportive environment that emphasizes strong teamwork and the sharing of knowledge among all disciplines to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience. Salary range shown is for Professional Staff Nurse which is our entry-level nurse title requiring 0-2 years of experience. Candidates with a BSN or more experience will be offered a higher pay rate.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
• Supports the development of students, new staff and colleagues, may serve as a preceptor.
• Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice.
• Demonstrates UPMC Values
• Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care. Displays daily goals and a plan for care for patients that involves the patient as a partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner.
• Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.
• Supports the development of students, new staff and colleagues, may serve as a preceptor.
• Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice.
• Illustrates solid communication skills and can articulate and translate the patient condition to other care providers.
• Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.
• Holds accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care.
• Adapts to change and displays flexibility with the change process.
• Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance and partnership.
• Takes personal responsibility in improving patient satisfaction with the quality of care and service.
• Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to support improvement in clinical care, identifies research issues or articles related to clinical specialty or areas of interest, discusses opportunities for quality improvement at multidisciplinary rounds, and influences patients' plans of care.