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**Are you interested in working at Magnet-designated UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital? Only 7% of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designation - and we're one of them! For more than a century, UPMC Magee has been caring for women through all stages of their lives, and we are looking for the next talented employee to join our team.**
**What can you Expect as a Professional Staff Nurse?**
-Position expectations include but not limited to: Prepping breast cancer patient charts prior to MD clinic day for treatment, return, follow up or new patient visits; Patient education; Triaging patient phone calls, medical advice and medication refills; MD and homecare referrals. All expectations requiring teamwork and knowledge of the antineoplastic/immunotherapy drugs used, symptom management, excellent communication/documentation skills and clinical judgement. Must attend the Hillman Cancer Center Antineoplastic Therapy & Immunotherapy Course and Foundation to Practice Series if not already completed or the equivalent.-
The Professional Staff Nurse provides highly competent patient care and treatment while demonstrating empathy and a passion for learning. A role that requires independent judgment, fluent communication, and candid partnership, the Professional Staff Nurse establishes relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and patients' families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
As a Professional Staff Nurse and a member of the care delivery team, you will set the standards for the level and quality of nursing care and possess authority and accountability for its provision. At all times, you will exemplify a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.
-Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job.-
**The Professional Staff Nurse is a valued step in the UPMC nursing career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.**
**How does UPMC Support our Nurses?**
UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you -financially, personally, and professionally -starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career.
Here are a few examples of how we support our nurses:
Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options!)
Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today
**Shifts/Hours: This position will work four 10-hour shifts, daylight from 7:00 a. m. to 5:30 p. m. This position is Monday through Friday with no weekend nor holidays! There is possibility of limited work from home to be discussed at interview.**
-*Hours and travel are subject to change based on business needs-
Minimum six months previous nursing experience required. 1 year of experienced HIGHLY preferred.
Previous Oncology experience HIGHLY preferred.
BSN preferred.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
Registered Nurse (RN)
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 approved national certification preferred
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
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**UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.**
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