Shadyside Clinician- Resource Pool

Life in Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $20,000

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UPMC Shadyside is seeking an experienced Clinician to join its Resource Pool. The role leads nursing teams, participates in hiring and evaluations, and mentors staff while coordinating education and clinical activities. You will also drive quality improvement and support evidence-based practice.

The 40-hour work week includes 12-hour rotating shifts with weekend coverage and opportunities for professional growth and impact on patient outcomes in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• BSN required; Master's in Nursing if degree is in non-nursing field
• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience
• Proven track record as Professional Staff Nurse
• Strong leadership, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to nursing staff
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and evaluating team members
• Mentor new nurses, students, interns, and preceptors
• Support staff education, orientation, and professional development
• Promote evidence-based practices and quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes
• Lead change initiatives and support staff through transitions
• Deliver direct patient care as needed

Skills

Leadership

Nursing

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

BSN

Master's in Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Are you an experienced RN looking to take the next step in your career?

UPMC Shadyside is seeking a full-time Clinician to join its Resource Pool unit; this could be your perfect opportunity!

The Clinician is a nurse leader who has direct responsibility in the achievement of a culture of excellence and patient care. The Clinician is a highly developed role model of professional nursing practice. Under the general direction of the Unit Director or other department manager, the Clinician will complete and deliver employee evaluations, conduct selection and hiring of staff, and manage the daily performance for a group of direct reports. The Clinician is responsible for providing service-based education and clinical expertise for staff including orientation and training, consultation on practice issues, and general coordination of clinical activities. Additionally, the Clinician may have shift accountability for delivering nursing care when needed.

The full-time schedule will require working 40 hours per week, 12-hour rotating shifts and weekends. Flexibility to adjust shifts and assist with coverage as staffing needs arise is essential.

About Float Pool

The Resource Pool provides ad hoc staffing solution for nursing units which are reflective of their census and acuity at the time. Resource Staff is made up of two areas: Medical-Surgical/telemetry and ICUs. Working in the Resource Pool you must be especially flexible, knowledgeable and responsive.

Here’s how we support our nurses:

• $20,000 sign-on bonus available for experienced nurses
• Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
• 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!)

What You'll Do

As a Clinician, you will:

• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to nursing staff
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and evaluating team members
• Mentor new nurses, students, interns, and preceptors
• Support staff education, orientation, and professional development
• Promote evidence-based practices and quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes
• Lead change initiatives and support staff through transitions
• Serve as a clinical resource and subject matter expert
• Participate in shared governance and leadership activities
• Deliver direct patient care as needed:
  The Clinician is a nurse leader who has direct responsibility in the achievement of a culture of excellence and patient care. The Clinician is a highly developed role model of professional nursing practice. Under the general direction of the Unit Director or other department manager, the Clinician will complete and deliver employee evaluations, conduct selection and hiring of staff, and manage the daily performance for a group of direct reports. The Clinician is responsible for providing service-based education and clinical expertise for staff including orientation and training, consultation on practice issues, and general coordination of clinical activities. Additionally, the Clinician may have shift accountability for delivering nursing care when needed.
  Why Join UPMC?
• Opportunity to lead and mentor the next generation of nurses
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Commitment to quality, innovation, and patient-centered care

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required
  • If your bachelor's degree is in a non-nursing field, a Master's degree in Nursing is required
• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience
• Demonstrated success as a Professional Staff Nurse
• Strong leadership, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• National nursing certification

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification
• Act 34 Clearance
• Additional certifications as required by department and state regulations
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in the practicing state. National Certification preferred. PR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
  UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran