Professional Staff Nurse, OR

Professional Staff Nurse – Operating Room (OR) Flexible Full-Time | UPMC Are you ready to bring your clinical expertise to the Operating Room and make a meaningful impact every day? This will work all shifts. At UPMC, our Professional Staff Nurses set the standard for excellence in surgical care.

As a valued member of our OR team, you’ll combine clinical skill, critical thinking, and compassionate care to deliver outstanding outcomes for patients and families.

Our OR Team? Practice at the top of your license in a collaborative, high-performing surgical environment Partner closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary team members Participate in shared governance and quality improvement initiatives Access flexible scheduling options, including premium night and weekend programs Grow professionally through mentorship, precepting, and ongoing development What You’ll Do As a Professional Staff Nurse in the OR, you will: Deliver safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care using the nursing process and Relationship-Based Care model Develop and implement individualized care plans with patients and families as active partners Serve as a clinical leader and collaborative team member in the surgical setting Communicate patient conditions clearly and effectively across the care team Participate in quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives Support patient and family education throughout the surgical experience and transition of care Serve as a preceptor or mentor to students and new staff (as applicable) Perform the scrub role (required for RNs hired on or after July 1, 2023) Maintain professional accountability, cultural awareness, and a safe work environment What We’re Looking For RN with 0–2 years of experience (BSN preferred) Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, complex surgical environment Excellent communication and teamwork skills Physical stamina for standing, walking, lifting, and positioning patients We value nurses who are adaptable, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement and patient-centered care.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder, based on their individual experience and education. Licensure & Certifications Current RN license (state-specific or multistate Nursing Licensure Compact) BLS/CPR (AHA-compliant) within 30 days of hire RN or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) Act 34 Clearance National certification preferred Graduate Nurses must obtain licensure within required timelines per UPMC policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer UPMC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. If you’re passionate about surgical nursing and ready to grow your career in a collaborative Operating Room environment, we’d love to connect with you.