Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II, BSN - Inpatient Behavioral Health - FT Nights in Armstrong, PA

Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II, BSN (Nights, Full-Time) UPMC Williamsport | Inpatient Behavioral HealthJoin our Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit as a Senior Professional Staff Nurse II on night shift, including every other weekend and holiday. In this role, you’ll deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while helping drive practice improvement and set standards for clinical excellence.Our inpatient unit is located on the 5th Floor of UPMC Williamsport’s Divine Providence Campus and provides short-term, intensive treatment for adults 18 and older in a safe, monitored, and supportive environment. Services are offered 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with care focused on treating conditions such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and mood disorders.UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you—financially, personally, and professionally—from day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career long term, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive.Here’s how we support our nurses: • Generous Sign-On Bonus of up to $15,000 (*Amount and eligibility based on role and experience) • UPMC’s new Monthly Loan Repayment Program, exclusively for 2025/2026 nursing graduates, offering up to $20,000 in loan repayment over three years (*Eligible flex full-time RN roles receive a prorated amount) • Up to 5.5 weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year • Dedicated career ladders, including a brand-new nursing career ladder added this year, designed to recognize experience and advanced education • Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution for employees and dependents (plus UPMC employee discounts, including no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options) *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. Responsibilities:Passionately precepts and mentors students, graduate nurses, and new hires, fostering continuous learning and professional growth.Analyzes clinical and behavioral situations to identify learning opportunities and improve patient care practices.Applies the nursing process within Relationship-Based Care, creating holistic, patient-centered plans and healing environments.Communicates effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams, translating clinical conditions and recommending care improvements.Demonstrates critical thinking in assessing clinical, social, safety, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients.Incorporates evidence-based practice, professional standards, and organizational goals to enhance patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.Serves as a role model and recognized unit leader in clinical expertise, teaching, specialized skills, and evidence-based practice.Actively participates in shared governance, councils, and teams, promoting positive change and innovation in patient care and the work environment.Fosters a healthy workplace by building strong relationships, demonstrating cultural awareness, addressing conflicts, and supporting work-life balance.Identifies and implements opportunities for clinical and workplace improvement, leading initiatives that advance patient care and staff development. Minimum 3 years experience.BSN preferred.Completion of annual contribution as set forth through UPMCs My Nursing Career Ladder.UPMC approved nursing certification required within 1 year of hire/promotion and must be maintained. Certification not required if Master?s in nursing or DNP is held.If a BSN is held, a Master?s degree in a related field may be substituted in lieu of Certification.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. Must obtain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on a Professional Staff Nurse Performance Evaluation to be promoted to this level. Must maintain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on annual performance evaluation to maintain status. 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 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. Completion of annual contribution as set forth through UPMC's My Nursing Career Ladder. UPMC approved nursing certification required within 1 year of hire/promotion and must be maintained. Certification not required if Master's in nursing or DNP is held. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Registered Nurse (RN)Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewalAct 33 with renewalAct 34 with renewalAct 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