Professional Staff Nurse, EMERGENCY Dept.

UPMC Northwest Hospital
Seneca, PA
Professional Staff Nurse
Unit\: Emergency Department
Status\: Casual (PRN)

Responsibilities\:

• Applies the nursing process within a Relationship-Based Care model to provide holistic, patient-centered care. Partners with patients and families to establish daily goals and individualized plans of care.

• Demonstrates strong critical thinking to address clinical, safety, psychosocial, and spiritual needs throughout the care episode.

• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members; clearly articulates patient status and advocates for appropriate care plan changes.

• Completes accurate, thorough documentation that supports continuity of care and interdisciplinary communication.

• Promotes patient safety, quality outcomes, and satisfaction by aligning practice with professional standards, organizational goals, and evidence-based care.

• Actively participates in unit-based quality improvement initiatives and identifies opportunities to enhance patient outcomes and service excellence.

• Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to inform clinical decisions and influence plans of care.

• Builds respectful, collaborative relationships with colleagues and demonstrates accountability, cultural awareness, and professionalism.

• Maintains a healthy work-life balance and models safe work practices, effective time management, and attention to workplace safety.

• Educates patients and families to support understanding, care transitions, and successful outcomes across the continuum of care.

• Supports the development of students, new staff, and peers; may serve as a preceptor and fosters a culture of learning and feedback.

• Engages in professional development, shared governance, and change initiatives to continuously improve patient care and the practice environment.

• Demonstrates flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence as an active and reliable member of the care team.