Sr. Professional Staff Nurse

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Senior Professional Staff Nurse to join the Same Day Surgery Pre-Call Team in a casual role designed for nurses who want meaningful work with limited hospital hours. Ideal candidates include retired nurses or those seeking supplemental income.

The position features one 8-hour shift per week (8:00 AM–4:30 PM) with no weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities and no direct patient care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Pennsylvania.
• Casual role with limited hours and no direct patient care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-operative calls with scheduled surgery patients.
• Review medical information and provide preparation instructions.
• Communicate arrival times and surgery expectations.
• Document conversations thoroughly.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and surgical team members.

Skills

RN

Clinical expertise

Patient education

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Senior Professional Staff Nurse (Casual) – Same Day Surgery Pre-Call Team

Enjoy the flexibility of nursing while continuing to make a difference.

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a flexible opportunity that allows you to leverage your clinical expertise without providing direct patient care? UPMC is seeking a Senior Professional Staff Nurse to join our Same Day Surgery Pre-Call Team in a casual role designed for nurses who want meaningful work with limited hospital hours.

This is an ideal opportunity for retired nurses, nurses seeking supplemental income, or those looking to reduce bedside responsibilities while remaining connected to patient care.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Only one 8-hour shift per week required (additional shifts available if desired)
• Daylight schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• No weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities
• No direct patient care
• Use your clinical expertise to help patients prepare for surgery from the comfort of a supportive team environment
• Flexible schedule perfect for work-life balance

About the Role

As a member of our Same Day Surgery team, you will play a critical role in ensuring patients are prepared, informed, and confident before their procedure. Through surgery pre-calls, you will review important pre-operative instructions, answer questions, and provide arrival information to help create a smooth surgical experience.

While this role does not involve direct patient care, your nursing knowledge and communication skills will directly impact patient safety, satisfaction, and outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Complete pre-operative phone calls with scheduled surgery patients
• Review medical information and provide procedure preparation instructions
• Communicate patient arrival times and surgery expectationsAddress patient questions and concerns prior to surgery
• Document conversations accurately and thoroughly
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and surgical team members to ensure patients are prepared for surgery
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model while maintaining professional nursing standards

About You

As a Senior Professional Staff Nurse, you bring a passion for nursing excellence and patient-centered care. You are an experienced clinician who enjoys educating patients, mentoring others, and using critical thinking skills to positively impact the patient experience.

You will also:

• Promote quality, safety, and evidence-based practice
• Serve as a leader and resource within the nursing profession
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Foster collaborative relationships with patients, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to a healthy and supportive work environment

Perfect For

• Nurses seeking a flexible, low-commitment schedule
• Experienced RNs looking to step away from bedside care while utilizing their clinical expertise
• Nurses interested in supplemental hours within a supportive surgical services environment