Professional Staff Nurse - 7 West Acute Care Full-Time Days with Rotation

Join Our Team at UPMC Williamsport!

Position : Professional Staff Nurse – Full-Time

Department : 7 West Acute Care

Schedule : Days with Rotation (7a–7p / 7p–7a)

Requirements : Every other weekend & holiday rotation

7 West is a dynamic 14-bed inpatient unit that provides high-quality, compassionate care to both adult and pediatric populations. The unit is uniquely structured to support a dual patient population, with a combination of adult medical-surgical beds and a dedicated, closed pediatric unit.

Our adult medical-surgical section serves a broad range of patients with diverse medical conditions, including post-operative recovery, chronic illness management, and acute medical needs. The pediatric unit is designed to care for patients from 1 week to 18 years of age, offering a safe, family-centered environment that supports both the physical and emotional needs of children and their families.

The nursing team on 7 West is highly trained, adaptable, and committed to excellence in patient care. All nurses are certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and maintain full competency in adult medical-surgical nursing. This cross-training ensures that our team can seamlessly respond to fluctuating census demands while maintaining the highest standards of care across both populations.

Collaboration is a cornerstone of our unit. Nurses, physicians, therapists, and support staff work closely together to ensure continuity of care, timely interventions, and a supportive healing environment. Our team takes pride in fostering a culture of learning, teamwork, and professional growth, making 7 West a rewarding place to work and receive care.

At UPMC, we believe in investing in our nurses — financially, personally, and professionally — starting from day one. Whether you're just beginning your career or looking to take the next step, we’re here to support your journey every step of the way.

Why Choose UPMC?

Sign-On Bonus :

Up to $20,000 for experienced RNs

Generous Time Off :

Up to 5.5 weeks of PTO annually

7 paid holidays each year

Career Growth :

Dedicated nursing career ladders to recognize and reward your experience and education

Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 / year for employees and dependents

RN-BSN / MSN options at no cost for UPMC employees

⚕️ Who We’re Looking For :

Experienced Nurses, preferably Med Surg experience

Final job title and salary will reflect your education, experience, and career ladder placement

Role Overview :

As a Professional Staff Nurse, you’ll be a vital member of our care delivery team, setting the standard for quality and compassionate care. You’ll manage patient care activities, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and build healing relationships with patients and families.

Key Responsibilities :

Apply the nursing process within a Relationship-Based Care framework

Provide comprehensive patient education and support

Foster a culture of continuous learning and development

Participate in quality improvement initiatives

Demonstrate leadership, accountability, and flexibility in a dynamic care environment

Ready to Make a Difference?

Whether you're a new graduate ready to launch your career or a seasoned RN seeking a fresh opportunity, this is your moment to thrive at UPMC Williamsport.

The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and / or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his / her assigned unit as specified below.

They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his / her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.

Zero to two years of experience. BSN preferred.

Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients / families.

Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple / changing priorities and specialized equipment.

Good clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.

Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process. Mobility and visual manual dexterity.

Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.

• UPMC offers a variety of flexible options. in addition to traditional rotating / flexible shifts, special programs exist to work primarily night shifts or weekend shifts with a premium pay differential. Employees hired as or who choose to transition into one of these programs at a later time must have at least 6 months of nursing experience to qualify and may be required to complete any necessary orientation during regular business hours. If you are interested in these programs, please alert your recruiter when you are contacted for an interview.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

UPMC approved national certification preferred. Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Graduate nurses must complete licensure examination within SIX MONTHS of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first. Though temporary permits are valid for one year from the date of graduation, not one year from issue of permit (or until the results of the examination are known at which time it becomes null and void), UPMC requires that GNs take the licensure examination within 6 months of their start date or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU.

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Registered Nurse (RN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)

Act 33 with renewal

Act 34 with renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran