Professional Staff Nurse, OR at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Patient Care, Documentation, Teaching, Collaboration, Quality Improvement, Evidence-Based Practice, Mobility, Manual Dexterity, Stamina, Accountability, Cultural Awareness, Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

🩺 Registered Nurse – Pavilion Operating Room | UPMC Mercy Join a high-performing surgical team in the Eye Pavilion at UPMC Mercy, where precision, collaboration, and patient-centered care define every shift. We’re seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to support our operating room team in delivering exceptional surgical care. ✨ What We Offer: $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for experienced external RNs Monthly Loan Repayment (MLR) program for new graduate nurses Career Ladder Advancement to support your professional growth Hands-on Scrub Training—learn to scrub alongside experienced scrub techs and surgeons 🕒 Schedule: Daylight, early evening, and on-call rotations 💡 Department Perks: Work in the cutting-edge Eye Pavilion Gain specialized surgical experience in a collaborative environment Ready to grow your career in a surgical setting that values skill, learning, and teamwork? Apply today! Demonstrates accountability for professional development to enhance practice and patient care. Actively engages in unit-based governance, goal setting, and supports change initiatives to improve care and the work environment. Functions as a committed care team partner, assisting and collaborating as needed. Participates in efforts to improve patient care and adapts flexibly to change. Applies the nursing process within Relationship Based Care to foster healing. Develops daily goals and care plans with patients as partners, addressing holistic needs. Uses critical thinking to identify clinical and psychosocial issues. Communicates effectively with care providers, advocates for care changes, and ensures thorough documentation. Aligns with organizational goals to enhance safety, quality, and satisfaction. Builds compassionate relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Applies adult learning principles in teaching patients, families, students, and staff. Provides appropriate education for care transitions. Supports staff development and may serve as a preceptor. Encourages open dialogue and continuous improvement through feedback. Participates in unit-specific quality improvement. Identifies opportunities and takes responsibility for enhancing patient satisfaction. Uses evidence-based practice to improve care, discusses research at rounds, and influences care plans. Maintains productive relationships through accountability, enthusiasm, and cultural awareness. Promotes healthy peer interactions and work-life balance. Models safe work hours and lifestyle. Reports workplace safety hazards. Performs scrub role (required for RNs hired after July 1, 2023). Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Experience: 0–2 years; BSN preferred Skills: Ability to provide age-appropriate care, apply growth and development principles, assess patient data, and respond to age-specific needs per department policy Interpersonal: Strong relationship-building with all levels of staff and patients/families Work Environment: Able to work effectively in complex settings with shifting priorities and specialized equipment Clinical Judgment: Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to lead others in applying the nursing process Physical Requirements: Mobility, manual dexterity, and stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning Licensure & Certifications: Current RN license CPR certification (AHA standards) within 30 days of hire UPMC-approved national certification preferred Additional Info: UPMC offers flexible scheduling options, including night/weekend programs with premium pay (requires 6+ months of nursing experience and orientation during regular hours) Act 34 clearance required UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will support the operating room team in delivering exceptional surgical care while demonstrating accountability for professional development and engaging in unit-based governance. They will apply the nursing process within Relationship Based Care to foster healing and improve patient care.