Professional Staff Nurse, BSN

Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: July 6, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description /n /n Join a dedicated team at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Same Day Surgery Unit, as we seek a passionate and skilled Part-Time Registered Nurse! This career ladder position offers an incredible opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to outstanding patient care in a fast-paced, family-centered environment. /n Monday-Friday; Rotating Shift (6a-2:30p, 6a-4:30p, 8a-4:30p, 8a-6:30p, 8:30a-5p; 9a-7:30p, 10a-8:30p, 11:30a-10p, 1:30p-10p); No Night/Weekend/ UPMC Recognized Holidays /n With no night, weekend, or UPMC-recognized holiday shifts, and a strong focus on teamwork and work-life balance, this role is perfect for a nurse looking to make a meaningful impact without sacrificing personal time. If you have at least two years of RN experience—especially in pediatrics—we encourage you to apply and become part of a collaborative perioperative team committed to the highest standards of surgical care. /n Responsibilities: /n /n - /n Quality Improvement & Patient Satisfaction: Actively engages in unit-based quality initiatives. Identifies opportunities for improvement and applies evidence-based practices to enhance clinical outcomes and patient experiences. Shares insights during multidisciplinary rounds and integrates findings into patient care plans. /n /n - /n Patient-Centered Care: Implements the nursing process using a Relationship Based Care model. Collaboratively formulates daily care goals with patients, addressing clinical, psychological, social, safety, and spiritual needs. Communicates clearly with care teams and updates documentation to ensure continuity of care. /n /n - /n Professional Collaboration: Builds strong internal and external relationships through accountability, enthusiasm, and cultural awareness. Balances work and personal well-being while promoting safety and open communication in the workplace. /n /n - /n Professional Development: Participates in shared governance, goal setting, and professional growth activities. Adapts to change, supports colleagues, and contributes to continuous improvement efforts that enhance care delivery and the practice environment. /n /n - /n Education & Mentorship: Applies adult learning principles to educate patients, families, and peers. Facilitates smooth care transitions and may serve as a preceptor for students and new staff. Fosters a culture of inquiry and feedback for ongoing development. /n /n - /n Additional Duties: Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies and takes on other responsibilities as assigned. /n /n /n /n The individual must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care for patients served in their assigned unit. This includes understanding the principles of growth and development across the life span and the ability to assess and interpret data to identify patient needs according to age-specific requirements as outlined in departmental policies. /n Qualifications: /n /n - Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required /n - Experience: 0–2 years of clinical experience /n - Skills:/n /n - Strong interpersonal skills to build positive, caring relationships with all levels of staff, patients, and families /n - Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively within a complex healthcare setting /n - Clinical judgment and critical thinking to provide high-quality patient care and lead others in the nursing process /n - Physical ability to walk, stand, lift, and reposition patients regularly /n - Dexterity and mobility needed for specialized equipment use /n /n /n /n Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: /n /n - Active RN license or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) in the relevant state or within the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) /n - Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required within 30 days of hire (AHA-compliant course with both didactic and skills components) /n - UPMC-approved national certification preferred /n /n Note: Employees who change residency to the state where the facility is located must apply for licensure within 60 days of the move. /n Equal Opportunity Statement: UPMC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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