Join Our Team at UPMC Mercy as a full-time nurse in our Emergency Referral Center!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients with psychiatric and substance use disorders? UPMC Mercy is seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time nurse to join our Emergency Referral Center (ERC) team!

About the Emergency Referral Center (ERC)

The ERC is an extension of UPMC Mercy’s Emergency Department, providing a secure setting for patient evaluations by skilled clinicians. It is a locked unit which provides a safe environment for patients seeking treatment for acute and/or chronic behavioral health or substance abuse disorders.  Our team determines the appropriate level of care and facilitates admissions, transfers, or discharges in collaboration with emergency department staff. We also assist with involuntary commitments and offer guidance on alternatives to hospitalization when clinically indicated.

Why Join Us? This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Graduate nurses can earn up to $10,000 and experienced nurses (1+ years of nursing work history) can earn up to $15,000 paid out to you in a one lump sum within your first 90 days when you make a two-year work commitment!  Career Growth: Our ERC team offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your career and continue your education in behavioral health. Flexible Shifts: Primarily work 12-hour shifts with 7pm and 7am start times. Rotating weekends are also required. Earn an extra $2.00 more per hour for overnight shifts! Supportive Environment: Work in a locked unit that provides a safe environment for patients seeking treatment for acute and chronic behavioral health or substance abuse disorders. Qualifications Previous work history or completed clinical rotation in psychiatric, substance use disorders or emergency medicine is preferred. All experience levels are welcome to apply: Graduate nurses to seasoned nurses! Compensation Title and starting pay rate vary based on years of experience and education. Salary range shown reflects the Professional Staff Nurse, Expert, BSN title which requires 4 years of nursing experience and BSN.  How to Apply

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in behavioral health, we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities:

Demonstrates a passion for developing others, enthusiastically and expertly precepts students, graduate nurses and new hires. Analyzes clinical and behavioral situations, identifying learning opportunities to improve patient care practices. Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement. Supports continuous learning in the clinical area by sharing research, materials from professional organizations, presenting on the unit, supporting journal clubs, etc. Applies the nursing process within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Practices solid communication skills and is able to articulate and translate the patient’s condition to other care providers and to negotiate and make recommendations for changes in patient care and unit practices. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers. Demonstrates critical thinking in the identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological and spiritual issues for the patient care within an episode of care. Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system’s goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work. Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues. Builds and mends relationships among colleagues within the framework of a healthy workplace. Role models keen cultural awareness including preventing and addressing horizontal violence and impairment. Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life through prioritization and delegation of responsibilities. Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement. Applies evidence-based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice. Serves on or leads teams that launch innovations in patient care or support a healthy workforce. Serves as a role model of professional nursing practice by serving as a recognized unit leader in one or more of the following areas: clinical expertise, teacher, specialized resource nurse, and/or evidence-based practice. Consistently gives appropriate feedback to all members of the health care team and participates in the nursing peer review process. Promotes change that enhances the quality of patient care and the unit environment. Serves on teams and leads successful teams as a part of daily practice. Demonstrates highly developed clinical assessment and analytical skills within the context of Relationship Based Care. Actively participates in shared governance at unit level and serves on hospital-wide councils. *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.*Performs other duties as assigned.