UPMC Northwest
Seneca, PA
Medical / Surgical / Pediatric Unit (3West)
Shift: Rotating day and evening shifts with a commitment to every other weekend/holiday
Status: Full Time (typically 36 hours/week)
Responsibilities:
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Collaboration and Professional Conduct
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Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and cultural awareness
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Promotes healthy work relationships, work‑life balance, and safe practices
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Identifies and communicates safety concerns promptly
Education and Development
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Applies adult learning principles to educate patients, families, students, and staff
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Supports onboarding, mentoring, and ongoing development; may serve as preceptor
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Seeks feedback and continuously improves practice
Clinical Practice and Patient Care
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Applies the nursing process and Relationship Based Care principles
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Develops patient‑centered plans of care and daily goals
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Uses critical thinking to address clinical, psychosocial, safety, and spiritual needs
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Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team
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Maintains clear, thorough documentation to support care continuity
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Delivers compassionate, patient‑focused care
Professional Engagement and Quality Improvement
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Participates in shared governance, unit initiatives, and practice improvement
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Adapts to change and supports quality and workflow improvements
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Engages in quality improvement and patient satisfaction efforts
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Uses evidence‑based practice and research to enhance clinical outcomes
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Qualifications
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Demonstrates age‑appropriate care using growth and development principles across the lifespan
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Assesses patient needs and delivers care per departmental policies and procedures
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0-2 years of RN experience required
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Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
Physical Requirements
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Requires mobility, visual acuity, and manual dexterity
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Physical stamina for frequent standing, walking, lifting, and patient positioning
Licensure and Certifications
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Current RN license or Temporary Practice Permit in applicable state or compact state
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BLS/CPR required per AHA standards within 30 days of hire
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PALS required within 1 year of hire or transfer
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
