Clinician- General Surgery

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Are you a compassionate leader who works independently in a fast-paced environment? UPMC McKeesport is hiring a Full-Time Clinician or Clinician Fellow for our 4M General Surgery Unit!

If you are passionate about supporting your team and making a difference both inside and outside the unit, apply now to become part of our dynamic and caring team!

At the heart of patient care, our 24-bed telemetry unit offers a dynamic and supportive environment where nurses thrive. We are a team of skilled professionals with a strong focus on collaboration, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.

• Supportive Teamwork:
  Our nurses are experienced, dedicated, and work cohesively to provide exceptional care. Whether you're new to nursing or looking to expand your skills, you'll find that our team works together to help you grow and succeed. We pride ourselves on offering mentorship and guidance to help you navigate the challenges of your nursing career.
• Diverse Patient Care:
  As a telemetry unit, we care for patients with cardiac conditions, allowing you to develop specialized skills in monitoring, assessment, and management of acute conditions. You will gain valuable hands‑on experience that is essential for your nursing career.
• Great Learning Environment:
  We foster an environment where questions are encouraged, and continual learning is embraced. With our diverse patient population, you will have ample opportunities to learn and enhance your clinical skills.
• A Place to Grow:
  Many of our team members have been here for years, a testament to the positive work culture and strong sense of camaraderie. Starting your career here means more than just a job—it’s a place to build long‑term relationships and grow as a nurse.

This position is eligible for a generous sign‑on bonus of up to $20,000 for external applicants!

This position will work 40 hours per week (typically 80 hours per pay period). Both 8 and 12‑hour shifts will be required. Flexible weekend, holiday, and off‑shift responsibilities (must be able to work if needed to ensure adequate staffing and functionality of the unit, this requirement will rotate within the leadership team). Hours are subject to change based on unit needs.

Additionally, the Clinician may have off‑shift accountability for delivering nursing care when needed.

• The title and pay that is offered will be based on the education and experience of the final candidate.

UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you—financially, personally, and professionally—starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career.

• Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
• Dedicated career ladders, including a brand‑new nursing career ladder added just this year, allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents.
• Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today.

The Clinician is a nurse leader who has direct responsibility for the achievement of a culture of excellence and patient care. This role supports nursing professional practice. The Clinician is under the direct supervision of the Unit Director or other department manager, the Clinician will complete and deliver employee evaluations, conduct the selection and hiring of staff, and manage the daily performance of a group of direct reports.

The Clinician is responsible for providing service‑based education and clinical expertise for staff including orientation and training, consultation on practice issues, and general coordination of clinical activities.

The Clinician will actively participate in the role of preceptor for student nurses, nurse interns, graduate and experienced…