Casual Registered Nurse

3 days ago


Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full time
About the Position:

UPMC Presbyterian, a Magnet designated hospital, is currently hiring a Casual Registered Nurse to support the ENT Surgery, 8W. This is an 11-bed surgical oncology unit specializing in the care of patients who have undergone head and neck surgeries, including tracheostomy, total laryngectomy, and free flap plastic construction.

We regularly use cardiac monitors and pulse oximeters, and we additionally care for overflow patients from other surgical areas, including GI, orthopedic, and med-surg. The work on 8 West is challenging and very rewarding, and we pride ourselves on fostering an extremely supportive environment for our staff.

Responsibilities:
  1. Demonstrate knowledge of adult learning principles and apply in teaching of patients, families, students, and new staff.
  2. Provide detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care and transition to another level of care and/or home.
  3. Support the development of students, new staff, and colleagues, may serve as a preceptor.
  4. Create an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice.
  5. Actively participate in unit-based shared governance, goal setting, and support the change and transition process to improve quality of care and the practice environment.
  6. Serve as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and respond willingly to care team member needs for assistance and partnership.
  7. Participate in work that improves patient care and the professional practice environment. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility with the change process.
  8. Develop and maintain productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues.
  9. Demonstrate an understanding of cultural differences and hold peers accountable for healthy relationships.
  10. Maintain a conscious balance between work and personal life. Model safe work hours, time management, and healthy lifestyle.
  11. Communicate with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.
Requirements:

Minimum 1 year experience. BSN preferred.

The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.

They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.

Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities, and specialized equipment.

Good clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.

Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.

Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

UPMC approved national certification preferred.

Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located.

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Registered Nurse (RN)

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran


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