UPMC·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Professional Staff Nurse is responsible for managing patient care, setting care standards, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality outcomes. They utilize the nursing process to address clinical, social, and emotional needs while fostering a healing environment.
3 - 12 Hour Shifts per week. Rotating shifts including days/nights weekends & holidays The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse responsible for setting care standards and ensuring high-quality nursing care. They manage patient care for a group of patients and their families, using independent judgment and collaborating with the care team. This role involves leadership, partnership, and supervision, while maintaining collaborative relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, patients, and families to achieve optimal outcomes. The Professional Staff Nurse is committed to the community and the nursing profession. UPMC offers a robust Nursing Career ladder - Title and Rate of Pay will be based on Education & Experience
Use the nursing process within Relationship-Based Care to create a healing environment, set care goals, and address patients' clinical, social, and emotional needs. Participate in quality improvement efforts, identifying opportunities for improvement and enhancing patient satisfaction and care. Apply evidence-based practices to improve clinical care and patient outcomes. Communicate effectively with the care team and document patient information clearly. Build productive relationships with colleagues and patients, promoting teamwork, accountability, and work-life balance. Identify safety hazards and contribute to a positive work environment. Take responsibility for professional development, engage in unit-based goal setting, and support care team needs. Adapt to change and contribute to improving patient care and the practice environment. Apply adult learning principles in patient and family education, and support the development of students, new staff, and colleagues through mentorship and feedback.
UPMC approved national certification preferred. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Graduate nurses must complete licensure examination within SIX MONTHS of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first. Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Registered Nurse (RN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP). RN license must be issued either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located. 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. Act 33 / 34 / 73 with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Candidates must be a Registered Nurse with a BSN strongly preferred and possess current BLS or CPR certification. The role requires the ability to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, along with physical stamina for patient care duties.
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.