Nurse Care Specialist

4 weeks ago


Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full time
Competitive Salary: $31.50-$41.40 per hour

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our team at UPMC. As a RN Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for providing direct patient care and working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

Salary Information:
* $29.50 per hour (BSN)
* $28.00 per hour (non-BSN)
* Shift differential: $2.00
* Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.

About the Role:\
* Provide Direct Care: Use nursing protocols and standards to perform and document procedures safely and accurately. Administer medications and IV therapy following policy.
* Assess and Reassess: Evaluate and document patient and family needs. Reassess patients every eight hours or as needed.
* Plan Care: Involve patients and families in creating care plans. Prioritize needs, conduct care conferences, and maintain up-to-date care plans. Coordinate with community agencies and other professionals.

Key Responsibilities:\
* Engage in Team Discussions: Work with medical staff and other professionals to discuss and develop patient care plans.
* Utilize Systems: Use Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and other relevant computer systems efficiently.
* Teach and Educate: Initiate health teaching for patients and families based on their needs. Contribute to the education of staff and students.
* Consult and Lead: Offer guidance and support to other healthcare team members. Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.

Requirements:\
* Must hold a current license to practice nursing in the State of Pennsylvania.
* Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.
* CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications are also required.

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