ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Hamot is currently hiring a Full-Time Professional Staff Nurse to support our Diagnostic & Non-vascular Interventional Procedure Unit.

1-year prior nursing experience in a procedural area is highly preferred.

Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.

Shift Details:

Hours: Monday–Friday, with shifts from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Schedule: 5 shifts per week (8 hours each) Weekends/Holidays: No scheduled weekends, nights, or holidays. Minimal call: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM, once a week. Rotating weekend call: Every 5th weekend, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Minimal rotating holiday call: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The Professional Staff Nurse in Radiology is responsible for providing exceptional patient care while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment. This position requires a commitment to professional development, quality improvement, and fostering positive relationships with both patients and colleagues.

Responsibilities:

Workplace Relationships:

Demonstrates accountability, enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment. Understands cultural differences and promotes healthy relationships. Balances work and personal life; models safe work hours and healthy lifestyle. Communicates safety hazards to peers and management.

Teaching and Development:

Applies adult learning principles in teaching patients, families, students, and new staff. Provides detailed teaching to guide patients through care transitions. Supports development of students, new staff, and colleagues; may serve as a preceptor. Encourages open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development.

Patient Care and Safety:

Uses Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Sets daily goals and plans of care with patient involvement. Identifies clinical, social, safety, psychological, and spiritual issues. Communicates effectively with care providers; documents comprehensively. Incorporates organizational goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Builds compassionate relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.

Professional Development:

Engages in professional development to improve practice and patient care. Participates in shared governance, goal setting, and change processes. Acts as a full partner on the care team; adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility.

Quality Improvement:

Participates in quality improvement efforts. Identifies opportunities for improvement and takes responsibility for patient satisfaction. Uses research and evidence-based practice to enhance clinical care. Discusses quality improvement opportunities and influences patient care plans. Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned.