Professional Staff Nurse - PACU

Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Erie
Posted on: March 25, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description \na {\n text-decoration: none;\n color: 464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n border: 1px solid e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n background-color: f5f5f5;\n}\n \na {\n text-decoration: none;\n color: 464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n border: 1px solid e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n background-color: f5f5f5;\n}\n UPMC Hamot is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Professional Staff Nurse to join our PACU team! We are looking for a skilled nursing professional who is committed to delivering exceptional pre? and post?operative care to surgical patients in a fast?paced and team?oriented environment. Four 10?hour shifts per week One year of ICU or Intermediate Unit (IU) nursing experience is strongly preferred for this role In this role, you will provide high?quality nursing care throughout the surgical experience. Preoperatively , you will prepare patients by collecting vital signs, weight, blood glucose levels, consents, and any necessary lab work. Postoperatively , you will closely monitor patients as they recover from anesthesia, ensuring they safely return to their baseline status. This includes ongoing assessment of vital signs, respiratory monitoring, and coordinating patient transfers to inpatient units or preparing them for discharge once stable. Title and salary will be determined based on education and experience. At UPMC, we are committed to supporting your professional growth from day one. Our robust nursing career ladder begins with the Professional Staff Nurse role and offers clear pathways for advancement to Expert Nurse and beyond. Compensation, role expectations, and any required certifications will be reviewed and tailored to your qualifications during the offer process. The minimum rate of pay for a non?BSN Professional Staff Nurse is $36.50 per hour . UPMC invests in your career—financially, personally, and professionally. From student loan support to opportunities for professional advancement, we’re here to help you thrive. We offer: Sign-on bonuses up to $15,000 for experienced nurses (Amount and eligibility based on type of nursing role and candidate experience) Up to 5.5 weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus 7 paid holidays Dedicated career ladders with recognition for experience and advanced education Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per year for employees and dependents, including no-cost RN?BSN/MSN options The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse who plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care. This role requires strong clinical judgment, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, patient advocacy, and leadership in managing and coordinating care to ensure optimal clinical outcomes. Responsibilities: Builds strong internal and external relationships through accountability, enthusiasm, and commitment. Promotes cultural awareness and encourages healthy peer interactions. Maintains work-life balance and models safe work habits and time management. Reports workplace safety hazards to peers and management. Applies adult learning principles in educating patients, families, students, and new staff. Provides thorough patient and family education for care transitions. Supports development of others and may serve as a preceptor. Encourages open dialogue and continuous improvement through feedback. Uses the nursing process and Relationship Based Care to create healing environments. Develops patient-centered goals and holistic care plans. Identifies and addresses clinical, social, and emotional patient needs. Communicates effectively with care teams and documents comprehensively. Aligns care with professional standards and organizational goals to enhance safety and satisfaction. Builds compassionate relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Takes ownership of professional growth to improve care quality. Actively engages in shared governance and supports change initiatives. Collaborates willingly with care team members and adapts to change. Participates in unit-specific quality improvement efforts. Identifies and shares opportunities for care and service improvement. Uses research and evidence-based practice to enhance clinical care and influence patient plans. a{text-decoration:none;color:464feb} Demonstrates age-specific care knowledge and skills based on assigned unit requirements. Understands growth and development principles across the lifespan. Assesses and interprets patient data to meet age-related care needs per department policies. Has 0–2 years of experience; BSN preferred. Builds positive, caring relationships with all levels of staff, departments, and patients/families. Functions effectively in complex environments with shifting priorities and specialized equipment. Exhibits strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Leads others in applying the nursing process through critical thinking. Possesses mobility, manual dexterity, and physical stamina for frequent patient handling. UPMC offers flexible scheduling options, including night/weekend shifts with premium pay. Special shift programs require at least 6 months of nursing experience and may include daytime orientation. Interested candidates should notify their recruiter during the interview process. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Registered Nurse (RN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) Graduate nurses must complete licensure examination within SIX MONTHS of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first. Though temporary permits are valid for one year from the date of graduation, not one year from issue of permit (or until the results of the examination are known at which time it becomes null and void), UPMC requires that GNs take the licensure examination within 6 months of their start date or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU. UPMC approved national certification preferred. *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

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