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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 Senior Professional Staff Nurse?

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. The Senior Professional Staff Nurse acts as a role model and helps train new nurses as well as the team.

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.

What can you Expect as a Senior Professional Antineoplastic/Biotherapy Infusion Staff Nurse in UPMC Magee Womens Cancer Center, specializing in Breast and Gynecology Oncology patients?  

The Antineoplastic/Biotherapy Infusion Nurse works with the Physician, Advanced practitioners and supportive services treating this patient population, administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive therapy.  This includes New Patient Chemotherapy and Biotherapy teaching as well as ongoing education as needed.  The infusion nurse is responsible to collaborate with the team on symptom management, and ongoing preventative education. The position is one of a team of caring and compassionate patient focused nurses, each who support our patients and families by creating a healing environment and strive to give the best patient experience.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as a role model of professional nursing practice by serving as a recognized unit leader in one or more of the following areas: clinical expertise, teacher, specialized resource nurse, and/or evidence-based practice.  Consistently gives appropriate feedback to all members of the health care team and participates in the nursing peer review process. Actively participates in shared governance at unit level and serves on hospital-wide councils.
• 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 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 of the patient experience in daily work.  Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Demonstrates a passion for developing others, enthusiastically and expertly precepts students, graduate nurses, and new hires.  Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement.  Supports continuous learning in the clinical area by sharing research, materials from professional organizations, presenting on the unit, supporting journal clubs, etc Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement.  Role models keen cultural awareness including preventing and addressing horizontal violence and impairment.

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 daylight, four 10-hour shifts. No holidays, evenings, nor weekends!

*Hours and travel are subject to change based on business needs