Professional Staff Nurse

ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Hamot is currently hiring a Full-Time Professional /Senior Professional Staff Nurse to support our Diagnostic & Non-vascular Interventional Procedure Unit.

1-year prior nursing experience in a procedural area is highly preferred.

Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.

Shift Details:

• Hours: Monday–Friday, with shifts from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 7:45 AM – 4:15 PM, or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week (8 hours each)
• Weekends/Holidays: No scheduled weekends, nights, or holidays.
  • Minimal call: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM, once a week.
  • Rotating weekend call: Every 5th weekend, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
  • Minimal rotating holiday call: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

The Professional Staff Nurse in Radiology is responsible for providing exceptional patient care while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment. This position requires a commitment to professional development, quality improvement, and fostering positive relationships with both patients and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care & Safety:

  • Apply the nursing process within the framework of Relationship-Based Care, creating a healing environment for patients.
  • Develop individualized care plans and daily goals in partnership with patients, addressing their clinical, social, psychological, safety, and spiritual needs.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking to identify patient concerns and collaborate with other healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes.
  • Ensure comprehensive documentation that promotes communication between caregivers and aligns with patient safety and quality goals.
  • Actively communicate safety hazards and participate in workplace safety initiatives.

• Teaching & Development:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of adult (and/or pediatric) learning principles, applying them in teaching patients, families, students, and new staff.
  • Provide thorough and effective patient and family education to ensure understanding throughout the episode of care and during transitions.
  • Mentor and support the development of students, new staff, and peers, and serve as a preceptor when applicable.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by asking for feedback and enhancing practice.

• Professional Engagement:

  • Actively participate in unit-based shared governance, goal setting, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to identify opportunities for improvement in patient care and the work environment.
  • Serve as an engaged and flexible partner in patient care, responding to team member needs and assisting with workload as necessary.
  • Incorporate evidence-based practices and research findings to support clinical care and improve patient satisfaction.
  • Contribute to multidisciplinary discussions on care plans and quality improvement efforts.

• Workplace Relationships & Accountability:

  • Maintain positive working relationships with patients, families, and colleagues through accountability, enthusiasm, and effective communication.
  • Promote a culture of respect, understanding cultural differences, and holding peers accountable for maintaining healthy workplace relationships.
  • Model work-life balance, including safe work hours, effective time management, and a commitment to a healthy lifestyle.

• Additional Responsibilities:

  • Perform duties in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors.
  • Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity and more with a Recruiter for Hamot Nursing and Nursing Support, you can schedule an appointment to meet with us during our virtual office hours!

We are available Mondays and Wednesdays 8AM-10AM, 12PM-2PM, 5PM-7PM. We are also available every first Saturday of the month by request, please email morrisonlm2@upmc.edu to request Saturdays.

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UPMC Hamot is an Equal Opportunity Employer.