Professional Staff Nurse

Position: Professional Staff Nurse, OR
Professional Staff Nurse - Operating Room (OR)

Flexible Full-Time | UPMC

Are you ready to bring your clinical expertise to the Operating Room and make a meaningful impact every day?

At UPMC, our Professional Staff Nurses set the standard for excellence in surgical care. As a valued member of our OR team, you'll combine clinical skill, critical thinking, and compassionate care to deliver outstanding outcomes for patients and families.

Why Join Our OR Team?

* Practice at the top of your license in a collaborative, high-performing surgical environment

* Partner closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary team members

* Participate in shared governance and quality improvement initiatives

* Access flexible scheduling options, including premium night and weekend programs

* Grow professionally through mentorship, precepting, and ongoing development

What You'll Do

As a Professional Staff Nurse in the OR, you will:

* Deliver safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care using the nursing process and Relationship-Based Care model

* Develop and implement individualized care plans with patients and families as active partners

* Serve as a clinical leader and collaborative team member in the surgical setting

* Communicate patient conditions clearly and effectively across the care team

* Participate in quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives

* Support patient and family education throughout the surgical experience and transition of care

* Serve as a preceptor or mentor to students and new staff (as applicable)

* Perform the scrub role (required for RNs hired on or after July 1, 2023)

* Maintain professional accountability, cultural awareness, and a safe work environment

Qualifications:

What We're Looking For

* RN with 0-2 years of experience (BSN preferred)

* Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment

* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, complex surgical environment

* Excellent communication and teamwork skills

* Physical stamina for standing, walking, lifting, and positioning patients

We value nurses who are adaptable, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement and patient-centered care.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

Licensure & Certifications

* Current RN license (state-specific or multistate Nursing Licensure Compact)

* BLS/CPR (AHA-compliant) within 30 days of hire

* RN or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)

* Act 34 Clearance

* National certification preferred

Graduate Nurses must obtain licensure within required timelines per UPMC policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UPMC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

If you're passionate about surgical nursing and ready to grow your career in a collaborative Operating Room environment, we'd love to connect with you.