Professional Staff Nurse – Cardiac Cath Lab

Location: UPMC Hamot
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday | Shifts: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
On-call: Occasional on-call coverage required for evenings, weekends, and holidays

Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career? UPMC Hamot is hiring a Professional Staff Nurse to join our Cardiac Catheterization Lab team!

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that delivers exceptional cardiovascular care to our community.

Previous nursing experience is highly preferred.

Why UPMC? We Invest in You from Day One.

We are committed to supporting our nurses—financially, professionally, and personally—at every stage of their journey.

Here’s how we support our nurses:

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000 for experienced RNs (amount and eligibility vary by role and experience)

Generous PTO: Up to 5.5 weeks of paid time off annually, plus 7 paid holidays

Career Ladders: Clear pathways for advancement and recognition for experience and education

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution

Education Perks: Employee discounts, including no-cost RN-to-BSN/MSN options

Title and salary will be determined based on your education and experience.

Position Overview:

As a Professional Staff Nurse, you are a Registered Nurse and a core member of the care delivery team. You are responsible for setting the standard for quality and excellence in nursing care. This role involves clinical leadership, communication, and partnership with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes across the continuum of care.

You will lead with compassion, collaborate with physicians and team members, and serve patients and their families with dignity and skill.

Key Responsibilities:

Build strong, collaborative relationships with patients, families, and colleagues through effective communication and accountability.

Apply adult learning principles to patient and family education, guiding them through treatment and care transitions.

Utilize the nursing process and Relationship-Based Care framework to assess, plan, and implement holistic care that meets the unique needs of each patient.

Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities to promote safe, high-quality care.

Actively engage in professional development, unit-based initiatives, and shared governance to improve the practice environment.

Lead and participate in quality improvement efforts, incorporating evidence-based practice to elevate clinical care.

Serve as a preceptor and mentor to new staff and students, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Join Our Team

At UPMC, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. If you’re looking for an environment that challenges, supports, and rewards you for making a difference, this role is for you.