Professional Staff Nurse - 3 west

UPMC Northwest Seneca, PA Medical / Surgical / Pediatric Unit (3West) Shift: Rotating day and evening shifts with a commitment to every other weekend/holiday Status: Full Time (typically 36 hours/week) Responsibilities Collaboration and Professional Conduct Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and cultural awareness Promotes healthy work relationships, work‑life balance, and safe practices Identifies and communicates safety concerns promptly Education and Development Applies adult learning principles to educate patients, families, students, and staff Supports onboarding, mentoring, and ongoing development; may serve as preceptor Seeks feedback and continuously improves practice Clinical Practice and Patient Care Applies the nursing process and Relationship Based Care principles Develops patient‑centered plans of care and daily goals Uses critical thinking to address clinical, psychosocial, safety, and spiritual needs Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team Maintains clear, thorough documentation to support care continuity Delivers compassionate, patient‑focused care Professional Engagement and Quality Improvement Participates in shared governance, unit initiatives, and practice improvement Adapts to change and supports quality and workflow improvements Engages in quality improvement and patient satisfaction efforts Uses evidence‑based practice and research to enhance clinical outcomes #J-18808-Ljbffr UPMC (old)