UPMC
Professional Staff Nurse - Medical ICU (Experienced RNs)
UPMC, Erie, Pennsylvania, United States, 16503
UPMC Hamot's Medical ICU is searching for Registered Nurses to join their team!
Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience.
What can you expect as a MICU Nurse at UPMC Hamot?
This unit services patients with medical and oncology related conditions requiring intensive care, including post-cardiopulmonary arrest/resuscitation, patients with one or more system failure requiring observation and/or active management, circulatory failure requiring massive volume expansion and/or vasoactive medications, invasive monitoring, and respiratory failure requiring endotracheal intubation with mechanical ventilation. The unit also services patients with CNS instability, such as status epilepticus and increased ICP, who require active management. This ICU also provides acute care to the stroke population. This is an award-winning staff with a passion for teaching!
_At UPMC, we're passionate about continuing to support your growth throughout your nursing journey.
We offer a robust career ladder for bedside nursing that starts with Professional Staff Nurse and leads to Expert Nurse and beyond. Applicants with less than 2 years of experience will be considered for this position. The final job title and rate of pay will be based upon both individual qualifications and candidate choice. Any required certifications and contributions based on job title will be afforded a timeframe to obtain. Our competitive career ladder, as well as our Total Rewards package, will be discussed at time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you. The minimum rate of pay for a non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse is $31.10_
Candidates with 1 year or more of nursing experience are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $15,000!
How does UPMC Support our Employees?
UPMC is committed to investing in our employees - 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 career.
Here are a few examples of how we support our employees:
+ Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000* per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (*amount varies based on job title and status)
+ An incomparable Total Rewards package
+ Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today
Responsibilities:
+ Registered Nurse and a member of the care delivery team.
+ Responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care.
+ Has responsibility, authority and accountability for the provision of nursing care.
+ Manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication and collaboration with all team members.
+ Encompasses leadership, partnership, collaboration and supervision.
+ Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.
+ Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care.
+ Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives.
+ Leads by investing and building healthy relationships among colleagues and other disciplines.
+ Shows the ability to set priorities and demonstrates an understanding of shared governance and begins participating at the unit level.
+ Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families and may participate in task forces or other initiatives.
+ Demonstrates a basic knowledge of research, how it affects practice and who/what resources are available to assist with evidence based practice by asking questions, demonstrating interest, participating in unit-based journal clubs.
+ Clinical practice demonstrates knowledge of how quality and innovation impacts patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical quality outcomes. Identifies opportunities for improvement on the clinical area.
+ Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team.
+ Begins to demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions.
+ Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.
+ Actively engages in clinical development and/or RN residency program for new hires.
+ Requests opportunities to learn safe, accountable and autonomous practice from more experienced nurses.
+ Seeks, accepts and utilizes performance feedback from peers, preceptors and unit/department Leaders as a learning opportunity and to improve practice.
+ Demonstrates enthusiasm for continuous learning and identifies and creates a plan for the continuation of learning and development.
+ Identifies patient and family needs for education and provides basic education to support the episode of care.
+ Seeks professional development and involvement through membership in a professional nursing organization and/or reading professional literature on a regular basis.
+ Applies basic nursing knowledge and skills within the framework of Relationship Based Care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the patient and family.
+ Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation.
+ Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, spiritual issues within the episode of care.
+ Learns to incorporate national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction.
+ Formulates a plan of care and daily goals that consider individual patient needs.
+ Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice.
+ Seeks guidance and asks questions to continuously improve nursing practice.
+ Creates a caring and compassionate patient-focused experience by building healing relationships with patient, families and colleagues.
+ Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workplace and seeks assistance.
+ Professionally accepts assignments that gradually increase patient load and complexity.
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.
Please click this link to schedule an appointment: Hamot Recruiter Office Hours Scheduling
(https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/hamotrecruiterofficehours@upmc.edu/bookings/)
+ The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.
+ They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
+ At least 1 year of ICU or relevant experience required
+ Completion of UPMC student nurse internship or student clinical transitions course at UPMC preferred.
+ BSN preferred.
+ Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
+ Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
+ Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.
+ Good clinical judgment.
+ Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.
+ Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
+ Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.
+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
+ Must complete licensure examination within FOUR 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 4 months of their start date or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU.
+ Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.
+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
+ ACLS within 1 year of hire or transfer into department
+ NIH within 6 months of hire or transfer into department
+ PALS preferred
+ Act 34 Criminal Clearance
+ Advanced Cardiac Life Support
+ Registered Nurse
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience.
What can you expect as a MICU Nurse at UPMC Hamot?
This unit services patients with medical and oncology related conditions requiring intensive care, including post-cardiopulmonary arrest/resuscitation, patients with one or more system failure requiring observation and/or active management, circulatory failure requiring massive volume expansion and/or vasoactive medications, invasive monitoring, and respiratory failure requiring endotracheal intubation with mechanical ventilation. The unit also services patients with CNS instability, such as status epilepticus and increased ICP, who require active management. This ICU also provides acute care to the stroke population. This is an award-winning staff with a passion for teaching!
_At UPMC, we're passionate about continuing to support your growth throughout your nursing journey.
We offer a robust career ladder for bedside nursing that starts with Professional Staff Nurse and leads to Expert Nurse and beyond. Applicants with less than 2 years of experience will be considered for this position. The final job title and rate of pay will be based upon both individual qualifications and candidate choice. Any required certifications and contributions based on job title will be afforded a timeframe to obtain. Our competitive career ladder, as well as our Total Rewards package, will be discussed at time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you. The minimum rate of pay for a non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse is $31.10_
Candidates with 1 year or more of nursing experience are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $15,000!
How does UPMC Support our Employees?
UPMC is committed to investing in our employees - 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 career.
Here are a few examples of how we support our employees:
+ Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000* per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (*amount varies based on job title and status)
+ An incomparable Total Rewards package
+ Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today
Responsibilities:
+ Registered Nurse and a member of the care delivery team.
+ Responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care.
+ Has responsibility, authority and accountability for the provision of nursing care.
+ Manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication and collaboration with all team members.
+ Encompasses leadership, partnership, collaboration and supervision.
+ Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.
+ Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care.
+ Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives.
+ Leads by investing and building healthy relationships among colleagues and other disciplines.
+ Shows the ability to set priorities and demonstrates an understanding of shared governance and begins participating at the unit level.
+ Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families and may participate in task forces or other initiatives.
+ Demonstrates a basic knowledge of research, how it affects practice and who/what resources are available to assist with evidence based practice by asking questions, demonstrating interest, participating in unit-based journal clubs.
+ Clinical practice demonstrates knowledge of how quality and innovation impacts patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical quality outcomes. Identifies opportunities for improvement on the clinical area.
+ Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team.
+ Begins to demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions.
+ Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.
+ Actively engages in clinical development and/or RN residency program for new hires.
+ Requests opportunities to learn safe, accountable and autonomous practice from more experienced nurses.
+ Seeks, accepts and utilizes performance feedback from peers, preceptors and unit/department Leaders as a learning opportunity and to improve practice.
+ Demonstrates enthusiasm for continuous learning and identifies and creates a plan for the continuation of learning and development.
+ Identifies patient and family needs for education and provides basic education to support the episode of care.
+ Seeks professional development and involvement through membership in a professional nursing organization and/or reading professional literature on a regular basis.
+ Applies basic nursing knowledge and skills within the framework of Relationship Based Care, using the nursing process to meet the clinical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the patient and family.
+ Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation.
+ Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, spiritual issues within the episode of care.
+ Learns to incorporate national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction.
+ Formulates a plan of care and daily goals that consider individual patient needs.
+ Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice.
+ Seeks guidance and asks questions to continuously improve nursing practice.
+ Creates a caring and compassionate patient-focused experience by building healing relationships with patient, families and colleagues.
+ Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workplace and seeks assistance.
+ Professionally accepts assignments that gradually increase patient load and complexity.
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.
Please click this link to schedule an appointment: Hamot Recruiter Office Hours Scheduling
(https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/hamotrecruiterofficehours@upmc.edu/bookings/)
+ The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.
+ They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
+ At least 1 year of ICU or relevant experience required
+ Completion of UPMC student nurse internship or student clinical transitions course at UPMC preferred.
+ BSN preferred.
+ Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
+ Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
+ Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.
+ Good clinical judgment.
+ Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.
+ Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
+ Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.
+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
+ Must complete licensure examination within FOUR 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 4 months of their start date or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU.
+ Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.
+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
+ ACLS within 1 year of hire or transfer into department
+ NIH within 6 months of hire or transfer into department
+ PALS preferred
+ Act 34 Criminal Clearance
+ Advanced Cardiac Life Support
+ Registered Nurse
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities