Professional Staff Nurse, BSN - 7 West Acute Care Full-Time Nights

apartment UPMC location_onWilliamsport, PA 17701, US

Professional Staff Nurse – 7 West Acute Care (Full-Time, Nights)

Location: UPMC Williamsport

Schedule: Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Rotation: Every other weekend & holiday

**Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience, and manager discretion at time of offer. **

7 West is a dynamic 14-bed inpatient unit that provides high-quality, compassionate care to both adult and pediatric populations. The unit is uniquely structured to support a dual patient population, with a combination of adult medical-surgical beds and a dedicated, closed pediatric unit.

Our adult medical-surgical section serves a broad range of patients with diverse medical conditions, including post-operative recovery, chronic illness management, and acute medical needs. The pediatric unit is designed to care for patients from 1 week to 18 years of age, offering a safe, family-centered environment that supports both the physical and emotional needs of children and their families.

The nursing team on 7 West is highly trained, adaptable, and committed to excellence in patient care. All nurses are certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and maintain full competency in adult medical-surgical nursing. This cross-training ensures that our team can seamlessly respond to fluctuating census demands while maintaining the highest standards of care across both populations.

Collaboration is a cornerstone of our unit. Nurses, physicians, therapists, and support staff work closely together to ensure continuity of care, timely interventions, and a supportive healing environment. Our team takes pride in fostering a culture of learning, teamwork, and professional growth, making 7 West a rewarding place to work and receive care.

Why Choose UPMC?

At UPMC, we’re committed to supporting nurses—financially, personally, and professionally—from day one. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to grow, we’re here to help you thrive.

What We Offer:

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 for experienced RNs

$15,000 for Graduate Nurses or those with less than one year of experience

Loan Repayment Program: Up to $20,000 for 2025–2026 nursing graduates (paid over 3 years)

Generous PTO: Up to 5.5 weeks annually + 7 paid holidays

Career Growth: Dedicated career ladders, including a new nursing ladder to recognize experience and education

Tuition Assistance: Up to $6,000/year for employees and dependents at accredited institutions

Special discounts and no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options for UPMC employees

About The Role

The Professional Staff Nurse is a vital member of our care delivery team, responsible for setting the standard for high-quality nursing care. This role involves leadership, collaboration, and compassionate care for patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process and evidence-based practices

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes

Engage in quality improvement initiatives and shared governance

Educate patients, families, and peers while supporting new staff and students

Maintain professional development and promote a healthy work-life balance

Who We’re Looking For

Graduate Nurses are welcome to apply

Candidates with 6+ months of experience are highly preferred

Ready to Make a Difference?

Whether you're a new graduate or a seasoned RN, this is your opportunity to join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and celebrates your impact.

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.
They must also 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 his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
Zero to two years of experience. BSN required.
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 application of the nursing process. Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
***UPMC offers a variety of flexible options ? in addition to traditional rotating/flexible shifts, special programs exist to work primarily night shifts or weekend shifts with a premium pay differential. Employees hired as or who choose to transition into one of these programs at a later time must have at least 6 months of nursing experience to qualify and may be required to complete any necessary orientation during regular business hours. If you are interested in these programs, please alert your recruiter when you are contacted for an interview.***

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

UPMC approved national certification preferred. Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Graduate nurses must complete licensure examination within SIX MONTHS of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first.� Though temporary permits are valid for one year from the date of graduation, not one year from issue of permit (or until the results of the examination are known at which time it becomes null and void), UPMC requires that GNs take the licensure examination within 6 months of their start date or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU.

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Registered Nurse (RN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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