Staff Nurse- Weekend Program, 4 M General Surgery

UPMC; East McKeesport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC McKeesport is seeking a full-time Staff Nurse to support the 4 M General Surgery unit. The role requires 2 twelve-hour shifts and is part of our Weekend Program, offering flexibility.

Weekend program adds a 25% bonus to the base rate for eligible nurses. UPMC invests in nurses from day one through professional development, education, and mentorship within a collaborative care team.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in adult patient education and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning principles and provides teaching to patients and families.
• Develops and maintains productive working relationships within the team and with patients.
• Applies the nursing process within Relationship Based Care to plan and deliver patient care.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and promotes patient safety and satisfaction.
• Adapts to change and supports the care team in daily operations.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR software

Job description

UPMC McKeesport is hiring a full-time Staff Nurse to support their 4 M General Surgery unit. This position is required to work 2, 12 hour shifts and will be part of our Weekend Program- Perfect for flexibility! Candidates in the weekend program will receive an additional 25% added to their base rate. If you are collaborative and enjoy working with multiple departments.

At UPMC, we invest in our nurses from day one – financially, personally, and professionally. Whether you're tackling student loans or looking to advance your career, UPMC will help you need succeed and thrive. We offer various opportunities for personal skill-building, professional development, and continued education. If you’re ready to take on new challenges, explore this opportunity with us today!

Here’s how we support our nurses:

• Up to $20,000 SOB to eligible Experienced Nurses with 1+ Years of RN experience

The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse is a member of the care delivery team. The Professional Staff Nurse is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The Professional Staff Nurse has responsibility, authority and accountability for the provision of nursing care. The Professional Staff Nurse manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication and collaboration with all team members. The Professional Staff Nurse has responsibility, authority and accountability for the provision of nursing care. The Professional Staff Nurse manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families. The Professional Staff Nurse demonstrates a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning principles (and/or teaching children if applicable) and applies in teaching of patients, families, students and new staff. Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care as well as transition to another level of care and/or home. 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.
• Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues. Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships. Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life. Models safe work hours, time management and healthy lifestyle. Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.
• Applies the nursing process within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological and spiritual issues for the patient care within an episode of care. Practices solid communication skills, and is able to articulate and translate the patient's condition to other care providers and to negotiate and make recommendations for changes in patient care and unit practices. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers. Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction .Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
• Actively participates in department or unit-specific quality improvement efforts. Identifies opportunity for quality improvement to colleagues and management. 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.
• Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care. Actively participates in unit-based shared governance, goal setting and supports the change and transition process to improve quality of care and the practice environment. Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance and partnership. Participates in work that improves patient care and the professional practice environment. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility with the change process.