Professional Staff Nurse, OP - (Wexford, PA)
Company: UPMC
Location: Wexford
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Description The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse is a
member of the care delivery team. The Professional Staff Nurse is
responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care.
The Professional Staff Nurse has responsibility, authority and
accountability for the provision of nursing care. The 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. The Professional Staff Nurse establishes and maintains
collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care
providers, patients and their families, to achieve desired patient
outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The Professional Staff
Nurse demonstrates a commitment to the community and to the nursing
profession. This position will work Monday - Friday, daylight
(Full-time). No weekends or holidays! This position may require
little travel (10%) to another clinic. The individual will be
triaging patient phone calls, prior authorizations for medications
and procedures, and managing the pathology book. Free onsite
parking! $6,000 sign on bonus may be available for eligible
candidates! Responsibilities:Actively participates in department or
practice-specific quality improvement efforts. Identifies
opportunity for quality improvement to colleagues and management.
Takes personal responsibility in improving patient satisfaction
with the quality of care and service. Utilizes research and
evidence-based practice to support improvement in clinical care:
identifies research issues or articles related to clinical
specialty or areas of interestAbility 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.Demonstrates knowledge of adult
learning principles (and/or teaching children if applicable) and
applies in teaching of patients, families, students and new staff.
Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families
to effectively guide them through the episode of care both in the
office setting and via phone/written communication when at home.
Supports the development of students, new staff and colleagues.
Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry and continuous
development by asking for feedback and improving
practice.Formulates 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. Triages patient situations and
coordinates care with physician.Assist physician with all aspects
of patient care including assessment, evaluation and
education.Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of
clinical, social, safety, psychological and spiritual issues for
the patient care within an episode of care. 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 office
practices. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes
communication between caregivers. Incorporates national
professional organization as well as business unit and health
system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and
satisfaction.Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused
experience by building healing relationships with patients,
families and colleagues.Demonstrates accountability for
professional development that improves the quality of professional
practice and the quality of patient care. Actively participates in
practice-based shared governance, goal setting and supports the
change and transition process to improve quality of care and the
practice environment. Serves as a highly engaged and full partner
on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs
for assistance and partnership. Participates in work that improves
patient care and the professional practice environment.Adapts to
change and demonstrates flexibility with the change
process.Develops and maintains productive working relationships
internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for
actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and
colleagues. Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences
and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships. Maintains a
conscious balance between work and personal life. Models safe work
hours, time management and healthy lifestyle. Communicates with
peers and management any safety hazards identified in the
workplace. Qualifications Minimum six months experience
preferred.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. Licensure, Certifications,
and Clearances:Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse
in practicing state.CPR CertificationUPMC approved national
certification preferred.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) OR Temporary Practice
Permit (TPP)Act 33 with renewalAct 34 with renewalAct 73 FBI
Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/Veteran UPMC has a Center for Engagement and
Inclusion that is charged with executing leading-edge and
next-generation diversity strategies to advance the organization's
diversity management capability and its national presence as a
diversity leader. This includes having Employee Resource Groups,
such as PRIDE Health or UPMC ENABLED (Empowering Abilities and
Leveraging Differences) Network, which support the implementation
of our diversity strategy. Total Rewards More than just competitive
pay and benefits, UPMC's Total Rewards package cares for you in all
areas of life - because we believe that you're at your best when
receiving the support you need: professional, personal, financial,
and more. Our Values At UPMC, we're driven by shared values that
guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values
of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening,
Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation play a vital
role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees,
patients, health plan members, and community. Ready to join us?
Apply today.
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