Sr. Professional Staff Nurse, Casual

UPMC Northwest

Seneca, PA

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Join Our Rehabilitation Unit as a Casual Registered Nurse

Our Rehabilitation Unit is a 9-bed specialty department dedicated to helping patients regain strength, endurance, and independence after acute health events. Our team provides intensive, patient-centered therapy and nursing care that supports each individual's recovery and enhances their quality of life. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join our team on a casual basis and contribute to this meaningful work.

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Responsibilities

• Apply the nursing process using Relationship-Based Care to create a healing, patient-centered environment.

• Demonstrate strong critical thinking, communication, and documentation skills to support safe, coordinated care.

• Maintain accountability for professional development and contribute to a high-quality patient care environment.

• Participate in shared governance, goal setting, and quality-improvement initiatives within the unit.

• Collaborate as an engaged care team partner, supporting colleagues and adapting to change as needed.

• Identify and support opportunities for clinical quality improvement using research and evidence-based practices.

• Provide effective patient and family education, ensuring smooth transitions of care.

• Support the growth of students and new staff; may serve as a preceptor.

• Build caring, compassionate relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.

• Foster productive working relationships by demonstrating accountability, cultural awareness, and healthy work-life balance.

• Communicate workplace safety concerns and model safe work habits.

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• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required

• Strong ability to assess patient status, interpret clinical data, and identify age-specific care needs.

• Exceptional critical thinking, clinical judgment, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Proven ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with patients, families, and all levels of staff.

• Mobility, visual/manual dexterity, and physical stamina to meet job demands, including frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning.

Licensure & Certifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the practicing state.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR (AHA-approved) - required within 30 days of hire.

• NIH Stroke Scale (NIH) - required within 90 days of hire or transfer.

• Act 34 Clearance.

• OAPSA Clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran