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Graduate Nurse – Med/Surg Urology (UPMC Shadyside 6/7 Pavilion)

UPMC • Full-time • Pittsburgh, PA, US • 3w ago

This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus and student loan incentive!

Sign-On Bonus & Incentive Details:

A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available for graduate nurses with a graduation date of Fall 2023 and beyond
A $20,000 loan repayment exclusively for 2023 and 2024 nursing graduates, paid over three years.

You've taken the classes, done your clinicals, and explored your interests along the way. And now you're asking: "What's next?"

UPMC Shadyside, a three-time Magnet-designated hospital and renowned teaching hospital, is currently hiring a Graduate Nurse for their Medical/Surgical Urology unit, 6/7 Pavilion! Shadyside Hospital is a supportive and high acuity level facility that will support and invest in your nursing career from day one.

About the Position:

Book a time with the Recruiter for this position to learn more about the unit! Book time with Leven, Natalie M: UPMC Shadyside Nursing Recruiter 1:1

6/7 Pavilion is a Medical-Surgical unit that provides care for surgical urology patients, surgical oncology patients, ENT patients, and various medical patients. Our patient population's variety provides a broad knowledge base of medical and surgical patients. Most of our urological patients are diagnosed with renal, bladder, and/or prostate disease. We receive patients directly from the recovery room, the emergency room, and direct admissions.

6/7 Pavilion is a teaching unit and our nurses work closely with interns, residents, and fellows. Nurses’ input is valued and respected in our unit. 6/7 Pavilion welcomes both new and experienced nurses. Our more experienced nurses are a great resource for new nurses starting their careers. The RNs on 6/7 Pav are encouraged to attend med/surg-related conferences and in-services throughout the year.

Why Work at UPMC?

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’s how we support our nurses:

Generous Sign-On Bonus of $15,000 (*Amount and eligibility based on the type of nursing role and candidate experience)
UPMC’s brand new Monthly Loan Repayment program, exclusively for 2023 and 2024 nursing graduates, offers $20,000* in loan repayment paid over three years (*Eligible flex full-time RN roles to receive prorated amount)
Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
Dedicated career ladders allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education
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!)

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. The final job title and pay rate will be based on 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 the 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 $31.60/hour.

Responsibilities:

Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues. Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life. Models safe work hours, time management, and a healthy lifestyle. Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.
Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning principles (and/or teaching children if applicable) and applies in teaching of patients, families, students, and new staff. Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care as well as transition to another level of care and/or home. Supports the development of students, new staff, and colleagues, and may serve as a preceptor. Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice.
Applies the nursing process within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as a partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers. Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Creates a caring and compassionate patient-focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care. Actively participates in unit-based shared governance, and goal setting and supports the change and transition process to improve quality of care and the practice environment. Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team members' needs for assistance and partnership. Participates in work that improves patient care and the professional practice environment. Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility with the change process.
Actively participates in department or unit-specific quality improvement efforts. Identifies opportunities for quality improvement to colleagues and management. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to support improvement in clinical care: identifies research issues or articles related to clinical specialty or areas of interest, discusses opportunities for quality improvement at multidisciplinary rounds, and influences patients' plans of care.

0-6 months of nursing experience is required.
An Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN, or MSN is required.
- Graduate Nurses that are eligible for the State Board Licensure will be considered for this position with their Temporary Practice Permit.
Patient Care Technician or Student Nurse Internships are preferred.
The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with 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 patients 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.
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, and handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Good clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities is required as related to various aspects of patient care.
Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located.
UPMC-approved national certification is preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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