Join Our Dynamic Team at UPMC Mercy’s Emergency Department!

Are you ready to make a difference in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art environment? UPMC Mercy is seeking a full-time Professional Staff Nurse to join our Emergency Department team!

Why UPMC Mercy’s Emergency Department? Cutting-Edge Facility: Our 36-bed Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department also partners with Mercy’s nationally recognized Burn Center ICU and is also a primary cardiac and comprehensive stroke center. High Impact: Provide emergency care to over 68,000 patients annually, handling everything from minor injuries to complex medical-surgical needs, obstetrical cases, psychiatric emergencies, and substance abuse services. Dynamic Environment: Patient volume and acuity can change rapidly, requiring quick thinking and problem-solving skills. What We Offer: Generous Sign-On Bonuses: Up to $15,000 for nurses with 1+ years of experience and $10,000 for graduate nurses. Two-year work commitment required for bonus eligibility. Monthly Loan Repayment Program: Up to $20,000 over three years for new nursing graduates. Free money to help you pay off those school loans!  Paid Time Off: Up to 5 1/2 weeks annually, plus seven paid holidays. Career Advancement: Dedicated nursing career ladder to help you reach your highest potential. Earn more money as you gain years of experience and grow your education.  Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $6,000 per academic year for you and your dependents, plus discounts on RN-BSN/MSN programs. Work Schedule: Flexible Shifts: 3, 12-hour shifts per week with start times at 7am/7pm, 11am/11pm, or 3pm/3am.

If you are an experienced nurse or a soon-to-be graduate who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply and become a part of our amazing team today! Preference given to those graduate nurses who have Emergency Department or EMS experience. Apply now and take the next step in your nursing career with UPMC Mercy! 

Title and salary will be based on your education and nursing experience. The salary range provided is for nurses with 0-2 years of experience.

Responsibilities:

Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues. Supports the development of students, new staff and colleagues, may serve as a preceptor. Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice. Demonstrates UPMC Values Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care. Displays daily goals and a plan for care for patients that involves the patient as a partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace. Supports the development of students, new staff and colleagues, may serve as a preceptor. Creates an environment of open dialogue, inquiry, and continuous development by asking for feedback and improving practice. Illustrates solid communication skills and can articulate and translate the patient condition to other care providers. Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system’s goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Holds accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care.   Adapts to change and displays flexibility with the change process. Serves as a highly engaged and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care team member needs for assistance and partnership. Takes personal responsibility in improving patient satisfaction with the quality of care and service. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice to support improvement in clinical care, identifies research issues or articles related to clinical specialty or areas of interest, discusses opportunities for quality improvement at multidisciplinary rounds, and influences patients’ plans of care.