Professional Staff Nurse - South

UPMC Northwest – Seneca, PA

Status: Full Time (40 hours/week)

Department: Medical / Oncology (3 South)

Shift: Rotating shifts including every other weekend/holiday

The Professional Staff Nurse delivers and leads patient‑centered care on a 23‑bed med/surg oncology unit, using clinical expertise, collaboration, and independent judgment to achieve exceptional outcomes. This role offers hands‑on experience with diverse diagnoses, chemotherapy and biologic therapies, and the opportunity to grow alongside a strong interdisciplinary team.

• Flexible scheduling options, including rotating/flexible shifts, night/weekend programs with premium pay (6 months nursing experience required for specialty programs).
• Build strong, respectful working relationships by demonstrating accountability, enthusiasm, cultural awareness, and commitment to patients and colleagues while promoting safety, work‑life balance, and healthy work practices.
• Educate and empower patients, families, students, and new staff using adult learning principles; support transitions of care and serve as a preceptor or mentor as needed.
• Deliver holistic, patient‑centered care using the nursing process and Relationship‑Based Care, setting daily goals, applying critical thinking, and communicating effectively across the care team.
• Document care clearly and accurately to support continuity, safety, quality, and patient satisfaction.
• Actively engage in professional development, shared governance, and change initiatives to enhance care quality and the practice environment.
• Drive quality improvement by identifying opportunities, applying evidence‑based practice, participating in multidisciplinary collaboration, and taking ownership of patient experience and outcomes.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide age‑appropriate care, assess patient status, and apply growth and development principles across the lifespan.

• Zero to two years of nursing experience; BSN preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem‑solving skills; able to lead others in applying the nursing process.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, operate specialized equipment, and work effectively in a complex care environment.
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, and lifting/positioning patients.

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment or via Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Graduate nurses must pass licensure exam within 6 months of hire or within one year of graduation.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification per AHA standards.
• UPMC‑approved national certification preferred.
• Compliance with Act 34, OAPSA, and other required state/facility clearances.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran