Staff Nurse, Weekend Program - 3M - McKeesport

Full-Time Weekend Staff Nurse (3M Medical/Surgical Unit)

UPMC McKeesport is seeking a Full-Time Staff Nurse to support our 3M Medical/Surgical Unit through our Weekend Program. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy full-time benefits while working weekend hours only.

Position Highlights

• Schedule: 24 hours per week
  • Between 7:00 PM Friday and 7:00 AM Monday
  • Required to work 48 out of 52 weekends annually
• Full-Time Benefits while working weekends only
• Sign-On Bonus: Candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus (2-year work commitment required)

If you are a new nurse, this is an excellent opportunity to begin your career and find your place at UPMC McKeesport.

Role Overview The Professional Staff Nurse (RN) is a key member of the care delivery team, responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This role requires independent clinical judgment, strong communication and collaboration skills, and a commitment to compassionate, relationship-based care. You will partner with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to achieve optimal outcomes across the continuum of care.

Why UPMC? As a Professional Staff Nurse at UPMC, you will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement, as well as access to leading clinicians, cutting-edge research, and advanced technology in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate patient care using the nursing process
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in partnership with patients and families
• Provide education to patients, families, students, and new staff
• Foster a collaborative team environment and strong working relationships
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, feedback, and professional development
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and shared governance
• Utilize evidence-based practice to enhance patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate, thorough documentation to support continuity of care
• Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence

Professional Expectations

• Promote a patient-focused, healing environment
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and respect in all interactions
• Support team members and serve as a resource or preceptor when needed
• Adapt to change and actively contribute to improving the practice environment

• Minimum 6 months 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 the application of the nursing process. Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• NIH Certification will be required within 6 months of hire for the following units: ED, CVU, ICU and 5M.
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• ACLS required within 6 months
• NIH required within 6 months
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIH)
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Act 34
• OAPSA

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran