We are hiring for an RN Leader and we want YOU!
Full-Time · Exempt · Lead a 16-bed Transitional Care Unit
Make a meaningful impact on patient recovery, independence, and quality of life. UPMC Northwest is seeking a dynamic RN leader to direct our 16-bed Transitional Care Unit - guiding a compassionate team, elevating care standards, and shaping a supportive environment where patients can regain strength and function.
What You’ll Lead
- Oversee all nursing care within the Transitional Care Unit
- Ensure high-quality, age-appropriate, individualized patient care
- Develop and implement nursing standards, practices, and policies
- Manage staffing plans, scheduling, hiring, and team development
- Conduct performance reviews and maintain competency assessments
- Monitor care quality, medical records, compliance, and safety
- Guide discharge planning and patient/family education
- Oversee the nursing budget and operational efficiency
- Lead staff meetings and participate in hospital leadership discussions
- Drive Quality Assurance and Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives
- Maintain strong communication within and across departments
- Serve as a clinical resource and role model for nursing staff
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- 3–5 years gerontology or med-surg nursing experience
- 2–3 years supervisory/management experience
- Knowledge of skilled nursing care regulations & Medicare reimbursement
- Strong leadership, communication, and teaching abilities
Licensure & Clearances
- Current RN license (state-specific or multistate NLC)
- CPR (AHA standard) within 30 days of hire
- Clearances: Act 34, OAPSA
Why UPMC Northwest?
You’ll lead a close-knit, mission-driven team in a role where your leadership directly influences patient progress and staff success - all within a respected, nationally recognized health system.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
