Senior Professional Staff Nurse, Weekend Option

4 weeks ago


Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full time

Main 5 is a 29-bed acute care medical unit dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse adult and geriatric patient population. The majority of patients come to Main 5 through the Emergency Department with medical diagnoses related to the endocrine, integumentary, gastrointestinal, renal, respiratory, and genitourinary systems. We specialize in the orientation of new graduates, where you will gain valuable experience as you begin your nursing career. You will find an environment that fosters teamwork and support, professional growth, shared decision-making, and a focus on a healthy work-life balance.

UPMC's Commitment to Nurses

UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you – financially, personally, and professionally – starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career. Here's how we support our nurses:

  • Generous Sign-On Bonus of up to $20,000 (amount and eligibility based on type of nursing role and candidate experience)
  • Up to Five and a Half Weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
  • Dedicated Career Ladders, including a brand-new nursing career ladder added just this year, allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education
  • 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)

Work Schedule

This position is part of the UPMC Weekend Program. Eligible participants must work 48 weekends per year, 24 hours per weekend, between the hours of Friday 3:00 pm through Monday 7:00 am.

Senior Professional Staff Nurse Role

The Senior Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse and a member of the care delivery team. The Senior Professional Staff Nurse is responsible for setting the standards for the level and quality of care. The Senior Professional Staff Nurse has responsibility, authority, and accountability for the provision of nursing care. The Senior 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice.
  • Serves as a role model of professional nursing practice by serving as a recognized unit leader in one or more of the following areas: clinical expertise, teacher, specialized resource nurse, and/or evidence-based practice.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of experience. BSN preferred.
  • Must obtain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on a Professional Staff Nurse Performance Evaluation to be promoted to this level.
  • Must maintain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on annual performance evaluation to maintain status.
  • 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.


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