What are the responsibilities and job description for the Evaluation Professional Nurse (Safe Harbor Behavioral Health) position at UPMC?
Every year, millions of Americans navigate the challenges of living with a mental health condition. At UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor, we are dedicated to making a difference by expanding access to essential mental health resources for those in Erie and surrounding counties.
We are excited to invite a compassionate and skilled Evaluation Professional Nurse (RN) to join our team, working in collaboration with our prescribers, therapists, and case managers to provide crucial support to underserved individuals struggling with mental health issues or substance use disorders.
The Evaluation Professional Nurse is a Registered Nurse and vital member of the care team, responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care. Your responsibilities will include managing patient care for both our 8-bed residential units, and outpatient clinics. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes. You will maintain accountability for nursing care quality and patient safety, in addition to working independently with sound judgement, communication and teamwork.
Key Information:
Must have a current RN license in good standing.
Location: West 26th & West 12th buildings.
Schedule: Primarily Monday-Friday, 8a-5p- coverage for 24-hour residential unit includes days, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call duties
Dress Code: Business Casual
Parking: Free, on site, at both locations
Responsibilities:
Takes responsibility for professional growth and supports team goals and quality improvements.
Collaborates effectively with care teams and adapts to change.
Delivers holistic, patient-centered care using critical thinking and clear communication.
Provides thorough documentation and aligns care with safety and quality standards.
Educates patients, families, and staff; supports learning and mentorship.
Engages in quality improvement and applies evidence-based practice.
Builds strong relationships, promotes work-life balance, and ensures workplace safety.