UPMC·Erie, Pennsylvania
The Evaluation Professional Nurse provides high-quality nursing care for residential units and outpatient clinics specializing in mental health and substance use disorders. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care, ensure safety, and deliver patient-centered holistic support.
Every year, millions of Americans navigate the challenges of living with a mental health condition.
At UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor, we are dedicated to making a difference by expanding access to essential mental health resources for those in Erie and surrounding counties.
We are excited to invite a compassionate and skilled Evaluation Professional Nurse (RN) to join our team, working in collaboration with our prescribers, therapists, and case managers to provide crucial support to underserved individuals struggling with mental health issues or substance use disorders.
The Evaluation Professional Nurse is a Registered Nurse and vital member of the care team, responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care.
Your responsibilities will include managing patient care for both our 8-bed residential units, and outpatient clinics.
You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes.
You will maintain accountability for nursing care quality and patient safety, in addition to working independently with sound judgement, communication and teamwork.
Key Information: Must have a current RN license in good standing.
West 26th & West 12th buildings.
Takes responsibility for professional growth and supports team goals and quality improvements. Collaborates effectively with care teams and adapts to change. Delivers holistic, patient-centered care using critical thinking and clear communication. Provides thorough documentation and aligns care with safety and quality standards. Educates patients, families, and staff; supports learning and mentorship. Engages in quality improvement and applies evidence-based practice. Builds strong relationships, promotes work-life balance, and ensures workplace safety.
UPMC approved national certification preferred. Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC) Registered Nurse (RN) Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal *Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Candidates must hold a current Pennsylvania RN license and CPR certification, with a BSN preferred and a minimum of six months of experience. Required clearances include Act 31, 33, 34, and FBI background checks.
Market context
Pennsylvania nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient settings, and long-term care, especially for RNs with current state licensure and BLS certification. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a BSN and recent medical-surgical experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Pennsylvania RN license, BLS status, and whether your experience matches the unit’s preferred background.
