Professional Staff Nurse, Night Shift, PACU Holding Area

UPMC; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated full-time nurse for night shifts in Monroeville. This role involves caring for post-surgical patients in a supportive environment, allowing for professional growth and development. With no weekend or holiday shifts, you will enjoy a balanced work-life schedule. The position offers competitive pay, a generous sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. Join a team that values accountability, communication, and continuous improvement in patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $15,000

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in inpatient and surgical patient care preferred.
• Ability to care for multiple post-surgical patients independently.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with patients and families, promoting safety.
• Use nursing processes to create healing environments and care plans.

Skills

Inpatient Care

Surgical Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Effective Communication

Education

Registered Nurse License

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

UPMC East Hospital in Monroeville is searching for a full-time nurse to work night shifts supporting our holding area of the PACU.

This position involves overnight shifts, 3 x 12 hours each week, from 7pm to 7am, Monday through Thursday. You will have Fridays to Sundays off! These shifts include a $2.00 per hour night differential. No weekends, holidays, or on-call duties required.

Preference is given to candidates with experience in inpatient and surgical patient care. The role involves caring for up to 5 post-surgical patients overnight, requiring independence. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full-time employment with UPMC.

Pay rate depends on experience and education, and may be higher than the salary range listed. The range shown is for a Professional Staff Nurse, our entry-level nurse position.

Our full-time nurses receive:

• Sign-on bonus of $15,000 for nurses with 1+ years of experience, paid in a lump sum within 90 days
• Generous paid time off and seven paid holidays annually
• Career ladder opportunities to advance and be rewarded for experience and education
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per year at any accredited institution, available to employees and dependents, with discounts for UPMC employees including no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• And much more!

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues by demonstrating accountability, enthusiasm, and cultural sensitivity. Promote safe work hours, effective time management, and a healthy lifestyle. Report safety hazards to management.
• Apply adult learning principles to educate patients, families, students, and new staff, supporting their understanding and transition of care. Serve as a preceptor when appropriate. Foster an environment of open communication and continuous improvement.
• Use the nursing process within Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Develop daily goals and care plans that involve patients as partners, considering their holistic needs. Demonstrate critical thinking and effective communication, documenting comprehensively to facilitate team communication. Strive to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction, building compassionate relationships.
• Take responsibility for professional growth that enhances practice and patient care. Participate in shared governance, goal setting, and quality improvement initiatives. Respond actively to team needs and support positive change. Engage in research and evidence-based practices to improve clinical care.