RN Staff Nurse; Nights - Acute Dialysis

Job Title

RN Staff Nurse (Nights)

Acute Dialysis

7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 36 hours/week. Night shifts with rotation plus weekend/holiday rotation. 9 full-time positions.

SEIU

Base: $35.50 (BSN) / $34.00 (non‑BSN). Shift differential: $2.00. Additional $2.00 for night program eligibility.

$15,000 for nurses with 1+ years experience, two‑year work commitment.

$15,000 over three years for eligible nursing graduates.

Earn $2/hour in addition to the shift differential for nights within program guidelines. Must complete orientation and have at least 6 months RN experience.

• Provide Direct Care:
  Use nursing protocols and standards to perform and document procedures safely and accurately. Administer medications and IV therapy following policy.
• Assess and Reassess:
  Evaluate and document patient and family needs. Reassess patients every eight hours or as needed.
• Plan Care:
  Involve patients and families in creating care plans. Prioritize needs, conduct care conferences, and maintain up‑to‑date care plans. Coordinate with community agencies and other professionals.
• Engage in Team Discussions:
  Work with medical staff and other professionals to discuss and develop patient care plans.
• Utilize Systems:
  Use Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and other relevant computer systems efficiently.
• Teach and Educate:
  Initiate health teaching for patients and families based on their needs. Contribute to the education of staff and students.
• Consult and Lead:
  Offer guidance and support to other healthcare team members. Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
• Follow Precautions:
  Adhere to universal precautions and occupational exposure policies. Identify and address potential problems and environmental factors affecting patient care.
• Maintain
  
  Competency:
  
  Complete annual competency validation and stay proficient in point‑of‑care testing as per lab criteria.

None. Dialysis experience preferred.

• Must hold a current license to practice nursing in the State of Pennsylvania*
• Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department’s orientation program and probationary period.
• ACLS preferred.

• CPR required within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR CPR.
• Registered Nurse (RN).
• Act 34.
• Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran