Join the Transitional Care Unit (TCU) and help patients regain independence & transition home with confidence! Be part of a collaborative team delivering excellent patient care for smoother recoveries and better outcome.

Responsibilities:

• Apply the nursing process within Relationship-Based Care, setting patient-centered goals and providing holistic care.

• Utilize critical thinking to address clinical, social, safety, psychological, and spiritual needs while ensuring clear communication among care providers.

• Create a compassionate, healing environment, documenting care thoroughly to enhance team communication and improve patient outcomes.

• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for better patient care and professional practice.

• Actively participate in shared governance and change processes, supporting the transition to improved care practices.

• Use evidence-based practice to enhance clinical care, identifying research opportunities and advocating for quality improvements.Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as a preceptor or mentor, supporting the development of students and new staff.

• Participate in unit-based governance and actively engage in improving the quality of care and professional environment.

• Adapt to change, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to continuous improvement in patient care.

• Skills: Ability to assess age-specific care needs, demonstrate clinical judgment, and apply critical thinking in patient care

• Communication: Build and maintain positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare teams

• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform frequent walking, standing, lifting, and patient positioning

• Licensure & Certifications:

• Current RN licensure or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR (AHA standards, within 30 days of hire)

• National certification (preferred)

• Act 34 & OAPSA clearances

Flexible Shifts Available: Including premium pay for night or weekend shifts after 6 months of experience. Notify your recruiter if interested.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran