Professional Staff Nurse- Operating Room (Weekend Program)

UPMC Hamot's Operating Room has opportunities for Registered Nurses to join their team in the Weekend Program! This program is considered full-time, granting access to full-time benefits. The role requires working 48 weekends per year, with shifts spanning from 7 pm on Friday to 7 am on Monday. The successful candidate will also be scheduled to work holidays that fall on weekends. Additionally, there’s a 25% differential on top of the base rate for participating in the Weekend Program (note that this differential applies only to weekend shifts; weekday shifts are compensated at the base rate). 

We have a 17 suite operating room that offers wide variety of specialties from Robotics, Kidney Transplants, Trauma and almost everything in between.  We provide high quality care for both our elective and urgent patients from infant to geriatrics.  You are provided an opportunity to work with world class surgeons and anesthesiologists from all over the country.  Join our life saving team!

Please visit the following link to learn more about this role and careers in Surgical Services: Surgical Services Careers at UPMC

Previous OR experience required. 

Job title and salary will be determined based upon qualifications and career ladder requirements.

Overview: The Professional Staff Nurse OR is a Registered Nurse who plays a crucial role in patient care. This position involves setting care standards, managing patient care, and collaborating with healthcare providers, patients, and families to achieve the best outcomes. The nurse also demonstrates a commitment to the community and the nursing profession.

Responsibilities:

• Professional Growth: Continuously improve professional skills and patient care quality. Participate in team governance and support changes to enhance care and the work environment.
• Patient Care: Use the nursing process to create a healing environment. Set daily goals and care plans with patients, considering their holistic needs. Communicate effectively with other care providers and document patient information thoroughly. Aim to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction by aligning with organizational goals.
• Education: Teach patients, families, students, and new staff. Provide clear guidance to help patients transition through different care levels. Support the development of new staff and colleagues, and encourage continuous learning and feedback.
• Quality Improvement: Engage in quality improvement efforts. Identify and act on opportunities to enhance patient care and satisfaction. Use research and evidence-based practices to improve clinical care.
• Team Collaboration: Build strong working relationships with colleagues. Respect cultural differences and promote healthy relationships. Balance work and personal life, model safe work hours, and report any safety hazards.
• Scrub Role: Perform scrub duties if hired on or after July 1, 2023.
• Other Duties: Follow system-wide competencies and perform other assigned tasks.