UPMC Northwest
Transitional Care Unit
Status: Casual
Shift: varies
Responsibilities:
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Patient Care and Communication
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Apply the nursing process to deliver holistic, patient centered care
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Partner with patients and families to develop and achieve care goals
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Communicate clearly with the care team and advocate for appropriate care decisions
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Maintain accurate, thorough documentation that supports continuity of care
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Demonstrate critical thinking across clinical, social, safety, and psychosocial needs
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Deliver compassionate care that enhances the patient experience
Clinical Leadership and Professional Practice
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Lead and support team initiatives that enhance patient care and the work environment
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Participate in shared governance and hospital wide councils
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Demonstrate strong clinical judgment, assessment, and analytical skills
Relationship Based Care and Team Collaboration
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Promote a healthy, respectful workplace culture
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Build strong, collaborative relationships across the care team
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Demonstrate cultural awareness and address workplace concerns appropriately
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Balance priorities through effective delegation and time management
Quality Improvement and Evidence Based Practice
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Identify and support opportunities to improve clinical quality and workplace practices
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Incorporate evidence based practice into daily work
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Participate in or lead initiatives that drive innovation and improve outcomes
Education and Professional Development
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Precept and mentor students, graduate nurses, and new hires
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Identify learning opportunities to improve care and team performance
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Seek and apply feedback to support continuous improvement
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Promote ongoing learning through education, research sharing, and unit-based development activities
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Minimum 3 years of RN experience
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BSN preferred
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UPMC approved nursing certification required
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Certification not required with MSN or DNP
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Master's in related field may substitute if BSN is held
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Completion of one My Nursing Career Ladder contribution required
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Current PA RN licensure or multistate license
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BLS or CPR certification (AHA) required within 30 days
Skills and Requirements
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Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Ability to lead application of the nursing process
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Meets or exceeds 'Solid' performance rating to obtain and maintain role
Physical Requirements
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Ability to stand, walk, lift, and position patients
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Manual dexterity and visual acuity required
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
