Professional Staff Nurse, OP - Lakefront Primary Care

Join Our Compassionate Care Team as a Full-Time Outpatient Professional Staff Nurse!

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse seeking a fulfilling career with flexibility, support, and a strong sense of community? UPMC's Lakefront Primary Care and Your Hometown Partner practices are excited to welcome a Full-Time Outpatient Professional Staff Nurse to our dynamic care team. This unique position offers flexible scheduling Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM, with no weekends or holidays required—providing the work-life balance you've been looking for.

In this role, you'll travel between our Lakefront Primary Care and Your Hometown Partner practices as needed, contributing your expertise and compassion where it’s needed most. Experience with EPIC, triage, and immunizations, along with strong communication skills, are highly valued in this position. You'll be an integral part of a team that values collaboration, continuous development, and excellence in patient-centered care.

As a Professional Staff Nurse at UPMC, you'll set the standard for the quality and compassion we deliver to every patient. In return, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits package and the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and purpose-driven environment.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in your community while advancing your nursing career, we encourage you to apply today and become part of the UPMC family—where your care makes all the difference.

Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience and manager discretion.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $6,000.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities, sharing insights with colleagues, and implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
• Establish and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with executives, physicians, healthcare teams, patients, and families to support high-quality care.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and clinical judgment skills to navigate complex patient care situations.
• Adapt to a dynamic environment by managing multiple priorities, utilizing specialized equipment, and maintaining the physical stamina required for patient care.
• Educate patients, families, students, and new staff by applying adult learning principles and providing clear, detailed guidance throughout the care process.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth through open dialogue, feedback, and mentorship.
• Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, considering their holistic needs and personal goals.
• Triage patient situations, coordinate care with physicians, and assist with assessments, evaluations, and education.
• Utilize critical thinking to identify and address clinical, social, safety, psychological, and spiritual concerns.
• Ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation to enhance communication and improve patient safety and quality of care.
• Commit to ongoing professional development to enhance practice quality and patient care, while actively participating in shared governance and goal-setting initiatives.
• Collaborate with the care team to support transitions, adapt to change, and contribute to improvements in patient care and the practice environment.
• Build and maintain positive, productive relationships with patients, colleagues, and external partners through accountability, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• Promote a culture of respect and collaboration by understanding cultural differences and fostering healthy, accountable relationships.
• Model work-life balance, safe work practices, and effective time management while proactively addressing safety concerns in the workplace.