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UPMC

<div><div><p>UPMC is excited to be hiring for a Public Safety Dispatcher opening at UPMC Altoona Hospital. This position covers rotating 12-hour shifts including weekends.</p><p><b>
Why Choose UPMC?</b></p><ul><li>
Paid Time Off, plus seven paid holidays each year</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year, available to employees and their dependents</li><li>
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance</li><li>
Care for your total well-being with UPMC&rsquo;s robust benefits package &ndash; physically, financially, and emotionally</li></ul><p><b>
Purpose:</b><br>
Responsible for the multiple monitoring and communications functions for the Public Safety and Facilities/Maintenance departments. Handles the facility work order system and related functions. Receives work order requests, issues work orders, monitors systems and alarms, receives telephone and radio calls and dispatches staff to routine and emergency situations.<br>
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<b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
</p><ul><li>Provide clerical duties for Operations Center-related activities including preparing purchase orders, manual typing, word processing, filing and telephone answering as required.</li><li>
Under the direction of appropriate managers and supervisors schedules the work of outside service companies, i.e., elevators, utility companies, city water authority, etc. Prepare service outage announcements as required and distributes to all affected parties.</li><li>
Responsible for monitoring and administration of the access control system. Enter and manipulate data and programs employee access cards as appropriate.</li><li>
Ensure patient safety by monitoring and initiating responses to building alarm systems including the pneumatic tube system, Johnson Control automated temperature control system, access control, security and panic alarms, Simplex fire alarm system and other alarms.</li><li>
Monitor all CCTV locations and rotate VCR tapes as indicated. Report malfunctioning cameras, obscured views, etc. Notice activity on the monitors and dispatch appropriate Facilities/HSS personnel to respond to a location.</li><li>
Receive calls for service and dispatches appropriate personnel to respond. Calls or alarms may originate by telephone call, personal request, radio or automated system or Operations Center dispatchers may observe activity on the CCTV monitors which requires intervention.</li><li>
Maintain written logs for all calls and operations center activities as needed including calls received and dispatched, safe transactions, VCR tape, fire system, etc.</li><li>
Operate facilities' work order system including receiving and opening ON DEMAND work orders, preventive maintenance work orders, work order closing and work order reporting.</li><li>
Compile, copy and distribute maintenance and construction announcements to designated department representatives and outside contractors.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent required and 2 years of experience in Public Safety, Security, EMS, Maintenance, Utility Services or 2 years in a role using two-way radio, multi-line telephone, or computer aided dispatch systems OR
</li><li>High School Diploma or equivalent required and is a current UPMC employee with 3 years of tenure OR
</li><li>Associate's Degree in related area required
</li><li>Previous dispatching experience preferred</li><li>
Microsoft Office experience preferred</li><li>
Problem solving skills necessary to balance multiple duties and effectively assign priorities.</li><li>
Ability to prioritize multiple communications functions and adjust to immediate needs (i.e., manage radio dispatch, telephone and alarm notification and monitor CCTV as it relates to the particular incident.)
</li><li>Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with a wide range of physicians, administrators, directors, staff and families.
</li><li>Ability to effectively interpret and communicate via telephone and radio calls.
</li><li>Ability to adjust from tedium of viewing multiple CCTV locations to demands of an emergency.
</li><li>Capability of dealing with the inherent stress of the environment.
</li><li>Ability to function as a resource for Hospital staff and provide excellent customer service.</li><li>
Computer skills in both DOS and WINDOWS environments.<br>
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<b>Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</b><br>
</li><li>APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification required within 6 months of hire</li><li>
APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator</li><li>
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Certification IS-100</li><li>
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Certification IS-200</li><li>
Act 34</li></ul><p><b><br>
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</b></p></div></div>

Public Safety Dispatcher

<div><div><p>Patient Transport Assistant</p><p>
Part time positions available - Evening shift and Evening/Night Shift</p><p>
A part of the AFSCME union</p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Relays information regarding patient care to the Patient Transport supervisor or Nurse on the Unit.</li><li>
Has a thorough knowledge of obtaining, setting up, removing, cleaning, and storing traction equipment. Performs a daily traction inspection. Clean and stores equipment and supplies. Assures that all OR litters have full oxygen tanks.</li><li>
Has a thorough knowledge of obtaining, setting up, removing, and storing equipment (K-pads, flotation mattress, air pressure mattress, etc.).</li><li>
Assists the physician as needed. Assists with the discharge of prisoners, when needed. Assists nurses with helping patients in and out of bed for transport.</li><li>
Removes (specialty) beds from the patient floors when the patients are discharged (two persons required).</li><li>
When assigned as Elevator Operator:Responds to calls from Patient Transport Supervisor who is transporting patients to and from the Operating Room suite to designated nursing units. Operates elevator by key control. Responds to calls from the nursing units and gives prompt attention to emergency calls from surgery, Emergency Department, nursing units, and Radiology for codes and Life Flights. Signs key in and out at Security and/or Patient Transport. Reports need for repair of elevator</li><li>
Assists patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort; adheres to established Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Assists personnel with restraining patients.</li><li>
Reports equipment in need of repair or replacement to Patient Transport Supervisor.</li><li>
When assigned as Clerk Dispatcher:Receives all requests for patient transportation; and, orderly needs and establishes priorities for response to calls within the framework of Nursing Administration policies. Maintains transportation and orderly logs, as indicated and records all problems or delays, reports problems to immediate supervisor and notifies department involved. Coordinates all calls for direct patient care services</li></ul><p>
</p></div><div><p>Experience Required - None.</p>
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High school graduate or GED preferred
</b></p><p>Other Qualifications:</p>
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<ul><li>Knowledge of equipment used in Nursing, especially traction and suction.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrate weight test - as set by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Able to establish and maintain good working relationships both intra and inter-departmentally.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Patient, courteous, and tactful.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Neat and orderly in work and appearance.</li></ul>
<ul><li>CPR certification</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.8. Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment in setting priorities on calls.<br>
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<b>Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</b><br>
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire<br>
</li></ul></div><ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)</li>
<li>Act 34</li>
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<p></p><ul><li><b>UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</b></li></ul></div></div>

Patient Transport Assistant

<div><div><p><b>Join Our Team as a Casual Patient Care Technician!</b></p><p>
Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? We are looking for a dedicated Casual Patient Care Technician to join our dynamic 7A Cardiac ICU.</p><p>
The position offers opportunities for growth, with a clear career ladder from Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician - Lead. A starting pay rate of $19.40/hour for Nursing Assistants is offered, based on experience and qualifications.</p><p><b>
Primary Responsibilities:</b></p><p>
Assist with activities of daily living, basic patient care, point-of-care testing, vital signs, telemetry monitoring, specimen collection. The role may also involve advanced skills like phlebotomy, IV removal, and EKGs, depending on department needs</p></div><div><ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent.</li><li>
Must also have at least one of the below:<ul><li>
One year of general healthcare experience</li><li>
6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion</li><li>
Enrollment in a nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical rotation required</li><li>
Completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field</li></ul></li><li>
Nursing Students or those with EMT experience preferred</li></ul><p><b>
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</b></p><ul><li>
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire</li><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)</li><li>
Clearances with renewal:<ul><li>
Act 31, 33, 34, 73</li></ul></li></ul><p><b>
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</b></p></div></div>

Patient Care Technician

<div><div><p><b>UPMC Western Behavioral Health in partnership with Westmoreland County are excited to open our new Westmoreland County Crisis Walk-In facility and are looking for a Clinical Nurse Manager to join the team! Westmoreland County Crisis is a 24/7 facility providing support and care to individuals experiencing self-identified crisis through resources, respite, and referrals to mental health treatment and other providers.</b></p><p><br>
As Clinical Nurse Manager you will provide administration of the nursing unit, clinical care staff and processes involved with the facility.<br>
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<b>Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li> Assesses staff learning needs; develops and delivers education; coordinates student nursing experiences; supports research activities; facilitates and participates in peer review; performs related duties.</li><li> Participates in ongoing staff development; applies organizational theory, ethical standards, and sound administrative judgment; develops and evaluates clinical programs; collaborates across disciplines; maintains accurate records; identifies and resolves service issues.</li><li> Evaluates nursing care, milieu programming, and staffing needs; collaborates with leadership on nursing practice standards; develops annual nursing goals and plans; oversees quality of patient care; ensures adherence to clinical standards; evaluates unit programs.</li><li> Oversees hiring, scheduling, payroll, supervision, performance management, discipline, and delegation of nursing staff; manages staffing within budget constraints; conducts quality improvement activities; ensures regulatory compliance; manages unit budget.</li><li> Demonstrates systems-level leadership; maintains required certifications and compliance with professional standards; ensures physical capability for direct patient care; models professional conduct; fulfills system-wide competencies and other assigned duties.</li><li> Develop and support team morale, wellness, and safety practices, including both system initiatives as well as program level initiatives.
</li><li> Ensure program practices adhere to regulation and compliance requirements.</li></ul></div><div><p>
RN Required.</p><p>
BSN or Masters degree in nursing, psychology, social work, education or equivalent.</p><p>
Masters preferred.</p><p>
One-year relevant clinical experience in psychiatric setting.</p><p>
Experience in family, group and individual therapy and previous management experience preferred.</p><p>
Must be 21 years of age.</p><p>
On call responsibilities may be present.</p><p>
Must be able to work overtime as required by the Business Unit WBH.<br>
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<b>Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</b><br>
Current licensure to practice within that profession is required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire</p><ul><li> Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)</li><li> Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)</li><li> Registered Nurse (RN)</li><li> Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal</li><li> Act 33 with renewal</li><li> Act 34 with renewal</li><li> Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal</li><li>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.</li></ul><br>
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</b></div></div>

Clinical Nurse Manager - Westmoreland County Crisis

<div><div><ul><li>Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.</li><li>
Performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&amp;O, specimen collections and Foley care) AND at least four of the following BU identified tasks: phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal.</li><li>
Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.</li><li>
Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills and performance. Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.</li><li>
Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.</li><li>
Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.</li><li>
Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.</li><li>
Suggests and supports changes within the department. Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives.</li><li>
Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.</li><li>
Must routinely perform and be fully competent with the UPMC nursing core assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients.) PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&amp;O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, hospital-acquired condition &amp; patient safety indicator. In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket to ride (intra-hospital patient transportation).</li><li>
Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.</li><li>
Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director or direct leader. Request's assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed.</li><li>
Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.</li><li>
Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.</li><li>
Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.</li><li>
In addition to the required standard competencies, the Patient Care Technician will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrythmia, 12-lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal.</li></ul></div><div><p>
High school diploma or GED. Must also have either a) 1 Year of general healthcare experience, OR b) 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion for those with less than 1 year of experience, OR c) enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, OR d) completion of a bachelors degree in a health sciences field. Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class? Successful completion of eRecord training. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
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<b>Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</b><br>
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire<br>
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CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire ACLS preferred<br>
</p><ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)</li><li>
Act 34</li></ul><p><b><br>
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</b></p></div></div>

Patient Care Technician/ Nursing Assistant- 7 Main Oncology

<p></p><div><div><div><p>UPMC Hamot's CVICU is looking for a full-time Patient Care Technician!</p><p><b><i>
Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience.</i></b></p><p><b><i>
Day/Night rotation availability required.
</i></b></p><p>The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The PCT supports patient safety, comfort, and clinical care through routine nursing assistant duties, selected advanced skills, and timely documentation while adhering to UPMC policies and procedures.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></h2><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Patient Care &amp; Clinical Support</b></h3><ul><li>
Provide direct patient care including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, repositioning, and transporting patients.</li><li>
Assist with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.</li><li>
Perform UPMC Nursing Core Assistant responsibilities, including:<ul><li>
Vital signs, blood glucose testing, weights</li><li>
Intake and output measurement</li><li>
Specimen collection</li><li>
Foley care</li><li>
Telemetry monitor application/reapplication</li><li>
Hospital-acquired condition and patient safety indicators</li></ul></li><li>
Perform point-of-care testing, bladder scans, simple dressings, and ticket-to-ride/intra-hospital patient transportation.</li><li>
Apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints per physician orders and hospital policy.</li><li>
Provide patient and family education under the direction of the RN.</li><li>
Report changes in patient condition and provide timely feedback to the RN.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Advanced &amp; Unit-Specific Skills</b></h3><ul><li>
Perform core nursing assistant responsibilities <b>and at least four</b> department-identified tasks, which may include:<ul><li>
Phlebotomy/venipuncture</li><li>
12-lead EKG</li><li>
Simple dressings</li><li>
Foley catheter removal</li><li>
Peripheral IV catheter removal</li><li>
Straight catheterization</li><li>
Bladder scanning</li><li>
Point-of-care testing</li></ul></li><li>
Maintain competency in <b>at least one advanced skill</b>, based on department need:<ul><li>
Phlebotomy</li><li>
Peripheral IV removal</li><li>
Indwelling Foley catheter removal</li><li>
Basic arrhythmia recognition</li><li>
12-lead EKG</li><li>
NG tube clamping and removal</li></ul></li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Safety, Communication &amp; Teamwork</b></h3><ul><li>
Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team.</li><li>
Demonstrate respect for cultural diversity and awareness of horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions.</li><li>
Support a safe work environment for patients and coworkers.</li><li>
Establish and maintain professional, respectful interpersonal relationships.</li><li>
Contribute to unit operations including responding to call lights and phones, passing meal trays, and assisting with patient transport.</li><li>
Report equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Documentation &amp; Quality</b></h3><ul><li>
Document patient care accurately and timely in the medical record per established procedures.</li><li>
Complete assigned work in a timely, productive manner and assist with clerical duties as needed.</li><li>
Adhere strictly to all patient care, safety, and confidentiality policies, including standard precautions.</li><li>
Suggest and support departmental improvements, quality initiatives, and unit-based projects.</li><li>
Demonstrate accountability, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Professional Development</b></h3><ul><li>
Constructively receive feedback and direction.</li><li>
Identify and communicate learning needs to the unit director or leader.</li><li>
Request assistance as needed to prioritize and plan care.</li><li>
Participate in self-review and performance improvement activities.</li></ul></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications</b></h2><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED required.</li><li>
Must meet <b>one</b> of the following:<ul><li>
1 year of general healthcare experience, <b>or</b></li><li>
6 months as a UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion (if less than 1 year of experience), <b>or</b></li><li>
Enrollment in a PT, OT, PA, or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, <b>or</b></li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a health sciences field.</li></ul></li><li>
Successful completion of:<ul><li>
UPMC Patient Care Technician class</li><li>
eRecord training</li></ul></li><li>
EMT, Paramedic, or enrollment in an EMT/Paramedic program preferred.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Licensure &amp; Certifications</b></h2><ul><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR required per American Heart Association standards (didactic and skills demonstration) within 30 days of hire.</li><li>
ACLS preferred.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Equal Opportunity Statement</b></h2><p>
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.</p></div></div></div>

Patient Care Technician - CVICU

<div><div><p><b>UPMC Community Medicine Incorporated is hiring a Full-Time Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to help support Palliative Medicine.</b></p><p><b>
Hours:</b> Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm<br>
<b>Location:</b> UPMC Passavant<br>
<b>Position Specifics:</b> This role will have both inpatient and outpatient duties. Ability to learn a unique set of skills. Symptom Management, communication. Needs to be empathetic and passionate about the role.<br>
<b>Department Details:</b> We have 24 APPs that practice Palliative Medicine.</p><p>
See what being an Advanced Practice Provider can do for UPMC and what UPMC can do for Advanced Practice Providers &ndash; it&rsquo;s more than just a job!</p><p><b>
What Can You Bring to UPMC?</b></p><ul><li>
Contribute to UPMC&rsquo;s mission of Life Changing Medicine</li><li>
Set the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team</li><li>
Provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.</li><li>
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.</li><li>
Demonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care profession</li></ul><p><b>
What Can UPMC Do for You?</b></p><ul><li>
A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future</li><li>
Health and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program</li><li>
Work life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave</li><li>
Competitive pay for the work that you do &ndash; base pay, merit, and premium pay</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Staff Level:</b><br>
The Staff Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner and a member of the care delivery team. The APP is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The APP has responsibility, authority, and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician. The APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members. The role of the APP encompasses the beginnings of leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision. The APP establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The APP begins to demonstrate a commitment to the community and to their healthcare profession.</p><p><i>
The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.</i></p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Applies basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for practice setting. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation. Demonstrates critical thinking in all areas of professional practice. Learns to incorporate acceptable standards of professional practice as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Formulates a plan of care that considers individual patient needs. Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice. Seeks guidance and asks questions to continuously improve professional practice. Builds relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workplace and seeks assistance. Professionally accepts assignments that gradually increase patient load and complexity.</li><li>
Actively engages in clinical development of all members of the healthcare team. Requests opportunities to learn advanced professional practice techniques from senior healthcare team members. Seeks, accepts, and utilizes performance feedback from peers, preceptors, and unit/department Leaders as a learning opportunity and to improve practice. Demonstrates enthusiasm for continuous learning and identifies and creates a plan for the continuation of learning and development. Identifies patient and family needs for education and provides basic education to support the episode of care. Seeks professional development and involvement through membership in a professional organization and/or reading professional literature on a regular basis.</li><li>
Demonstrates a basic knowledge of research, how it affects practice and who/what resources are available to assist with evidence-based practice by asking questions, demonstrating interest, participating in journal clubs. Clinical practice demonstrates knowledge of how quality and innovation impacts patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical quality outcomes. Identifies opportunities for improvement in the clinical area.</li><li>
Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Begins to demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.</li><li>
Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care. Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives. Leads by investing and building healthy relationships among colleagues and other disciplines. Shows the ability to set priorities. Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families and may participate in task forces or other initiatives.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately with the patients served as specified below</li><li>
Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span</li><li>
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</li><li>
Provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Special Skills and Abilities Required</b></p><ul><li>
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families</li><li>
Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment</li><li>
Handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment</li><li>
Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care</li><li>
Good clinical judgment</li><li>
Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and lead others in application of acceptable standards of practice</li><li>
Mobility and visual manual dexterity</li><li>
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients</li></ul><p><i>
This position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.</i></p><p></p><p><b>
Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances</b></p><p><b>
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP):</b></p><ul><li>
The successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is required</li><li>
BSN, MSN is preferred</li><li>
Professional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred</li><li>
Current state RN license and CRNP certification are required</li><li>
National certification, eligible for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing, eligible for certification as a CRNP by Pennsylvania state board of nursing</li><li><p>
Current CPR certification is required</p></li><br>
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Act 34 Clearance required</li></ul><p><b>
Physician Assistant (PA):
</b></p><ul><li>A graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) is required
</li><li>BS or MS candidate is preferred
</li><li>Experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred
</li><li>Current state PA license certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required
</li><li><p>Current CPR certification is required
</p></li><p></p><li>Act 34 Clearance required
</li></ul><p><b>UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</b></p></div></div>

PA or CRNP, Palliative Medicine - UPMC Passavant

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