Professional Staff Nurse, OP (RN) - Urology

UPMC is currently hiring for a Full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our outpatient Urology office in Williamsport, PA. This is a salaried Professional Staff Nurse, OP position 5 days/week, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with no weekends or major holidays. Apply today and join a supportive office of excellent healthcare professionals as they provide Life Changing Medicine to families in our community.

• Sign-On Bonus!: In addition to competitive pay & our Total Rewards benefits, we are currently offering a $6,000.00 sign-on bonus to eligible RNs with a 2-year commitment. 

Purpose:

As a Registered Nurse on our care delivery team, you'll set and uphold high standards of care. You'll be responsible for providing and managing nursing care for patients and their families, using your judgment, communication, and collaboration skills. You'll work closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to achieve the best patient outcomes. Your role also includes demonstrating a commitment to the community and the nursing profession.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in quality improvement efforts and identify opportunities for enhancement.
• Take responsibility for improving patient satisfaction and care quality.
• Use research and evidence-based practices to support clinical care improvements.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with all team members, patients, and families.
• Work effectively in a complex environment, handling multiple priorities and specialized equipment.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills in patient care.
• Demonstrate physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
• Teach patients, families, students, and new staff using adult learning principles.
• Provide detailed teaching to guide patients and families through care.
• Support the development of students, new staff, and colleagues.
• Formulate patient care goals and plans, considering individual needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians and assist with patient assessment, evaluation, and education.
• Identify and address clinical, social, safety, psychological, and spiritual issues.
• Communicate effectively with care providers and document patient information comprehensively.
• Incorporate organizational goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.
• Create a compassionate, patient-focused experience.
• Engage in professional development and participate in shared governance and goal setting.
• Adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships, demonstrating accountability and enthusiasm.
• Understand cultural differences and promote healthy relationships.
• Maintain a balance between work and personal life, modeling safe work hours and time management.
• Communicate safety hazards to peers and management.