Clinician RN, Assistant Unit Director Harrisburg, Cardiothoracic Intervention
Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Harrisburg
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Description Sign on bonus up to 15,000 may apply for qualified
external candidates Purpose:The Clinician is a nurse leader who has
direct responsibility in the achievement of a culture of excellence
and patient care. The Clinician is a highly developed role model of
professional nursing practice. Under the general direction of the
Unit Director or other department manager, the Clinician will
complete and deliver employee evaluations, conduct selection and
hiring of staff, and manage the daily performance for 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. Additionally, the
Clinician may have shift accountability for delivering nursing care
when needed.Responsibilities:Develops and maintains productive
working relationships internally and externally by building teams
and relationships through mentoring and modeling uplifting and
positive communication. Coaches colleagues on cultural diversity
and addresses workplace horizontal violence and impairment.
Demonstrates accountability to self and others for safe work hours,
time management and healthy lifestyles.Demonstrates knowledge of
performance improvement tools and techniques. Continuously improves
the quality of care and the work environment of outcomes and the
integration of research and best practices into daily work. Shares
learning from improvements with other units and/or spreads across
the business unit or system.Demonstrates interest in the
development of others and positively impacts the lives of
patients/families, peers, and members of the healthcare team
through mentoring, education, and knowledge sharing. Actively
participates in the role of preceptor for student nurses, nurse
interns, graduate and experienced nurses and assists with the
development of new preceptors in their role. Mentors and role
models quest for continuous learning through formal education and
the development of others. Seeks opportunities to share expertise
with other members of the healthcare team within and beyond the
clinical unit/department.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. Disseminates new knowledge and
innovations through presentations, posters, and
publications.Applies nursing knowledge and skills within the
framework of Relationship Based Care, using the nursing process to
meet the clinical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient
and family. Demonstrates critical thinking in the analysis of
clinical, social, safety, psychological and spiritual issues for
the patient care within an episode of care. Practices solid verbal
and written communication skills and can 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. Ensures patient documentation is comprehensive and
promotes communication between caregivers.Serves as a leader in
clinical nursing practice, identifying patient and staff focused
opportunities for improvement and leading the change process.
Identifies, educates, and supports the psychological and learning
needs of staff during change and transition. Practices
participatory leadership and is an active member of shared
leadership at the unit, facility, or system level. Assumes formal
leadership responsibilities for one or more of the following:
quality improvement, evidence-based practice, GN or new hire
on-boarding. Completes and/or assists with staff performance
evaluations for direct reports as applicable. Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of nursing experienceMaster's degree
preferred.BS/BSN required.If BS degree not in nursing, a Master's
or higher degree in Nursing is required.Demonstrated competence as
a Professional Staff Nurse.The individual must be able to
demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by
his/her assigned unit as specified below.Must demonstrate knowledge
of the principles of growth and development over the life span and
possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's
status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify
each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs
and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy
and procedures.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.Exemplary 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 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:Current
licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in practicing state.
National Certification preferred.CPR required based on AHA
standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration
component within 30 days of hireClearances must be dated within 5
years Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Basic Life Support (BLS)
OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Registered Nurse (RN)Act 34
with renewalUPMC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/VeteranIndividuals hired into this role must
comply with UPMC's COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning
employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information
section at the top of this page to learn more. Total Rewards More
than just competitive pay and benefits, UPMC's Total Rewards
package cares for you in all areas of life - because we believe
that you're at your best when receiving the support you need:
professional, personal, financial, and more. Our Values At UPMC,
we're driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us
accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity
& Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity,
Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive,
positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan
members, and community. Ready to join us? Apply today.
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