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ST Health Hamot is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Professional Staff Nurse to join our PACU team!
We are looking for a skilled nursing professional who is committed to delivering exceptional pre‑ and post‑operative care to surgical patients in a fast‑paced and team‑oriented environment.
- Four 10‑hour shifts per week
One year of ICU or Intermediate Unit (IU) nursing experience is strongly preferred for this role
In this role, you will provide high‑quality nursing care throughout the surgical experience.
Preoperatively, you will prepare patients by collecting vital signs, weight, blood glucose levels, consents, and any necessary lab work.
Postoperatively, you will closely monitor patients as they recover from anesthesia, ensuring they safely return to their baseline status. This includes ongoing assessment of vital signs, respiratory monitoring, and coordinating patient transfers to inpatient units or preparing them for discharge once stable.
Title and salary will be determined based on education and experience.
At ST Health, we are committed to supporting your professional growth from day one. Our robust nursing career ladder begins with the Professional Staff Nurse role and offers clear pathways for advancement to Expert Nurse and beyond. Compensation, role expectations, and any required certifications will be reviewed and tailored to your qualifications during the offer process. The minimum rate of pay for a non‑BSN Professional Staff Nurse is $36.50 per hour.
ST Health invests in your career—financially, personally, and professionally. From student loan support to opportunities for professional advancement, we’re here to help you thrive.
We offer:
- Sign-on bonuses up to $15,000 for experienced nurses (Amount and eligibility based on type of nursing role and candidate experience)
- Up to 5.5 weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus 7 paid holidays
- Dedicated career ladders with recognition for experience and advanced education
Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per year for employees and dependents, including no-cost RN‑BSN/MSN options
The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse who plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care. This role requires strong clinical judgment, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, patient advocacy, and leadership in managing and coordinating care to ensure optimal clinical outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Builds strong internal and external relationships through accountability, enthusiasm, and commitment.
- Promotes cultural awareness and encourages healthy peer interactions.
- Maintains work-life balance and models safe work habits and time management.
- Reports workplace safety hazards to peers and management.
- Applies adult learning principles in educating patients, families, students, and new staff.
- Provides thorough patient and family education for care transitions.
- Supports development of others and may serve as a preceptor.
- Encourages open dialogue and continuous improvement through feedback.
- Uses the nursing process and Relationship Based Care to create healing environments.
- Develops patient-centered goals and holistic care plans.
- Identifies and addresses clinical, social, and emotional patient needs.
- Communicates effectively with care teams and documents comprehensively.
- Aligns care with professional standards and organizational goals to enhance safety and satisfaction.
- Builds compassionate relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Takes ownership of professional growth to improve care quality.
- Actively engages in shared governance and supports change initiatives.
- Collaborates willingly with care team members and adapts to change.
- Participates in unit-specific quality improvement efforts.
- Identifies and shares opportunities for care and service improvement.
- Uses research and evidence-based practice to enhance clinical care and influence patient plans.
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- Demonstrates age-specific care knowledge and skills based on assigned unit requirements.
- Understands growth and development principles across the lifespan.
- Assesses and interprets patient data to meet age-related care needs per department policies.
- Has 0–2 years of experience; BSN preferred.
- Builds positive, caring relationships with all levels of staff, departments, and patients/families.
- Functions effectively in complex environments with shifting priorities and specialized equipment.
- Exhibits strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Leads others in applying the nursing process through critical thinking.
- Possesses mobility, manual dexterity, and physical stamina for frequent patient handling.
- ST Health offers flexible scheduling options, including night/weekend shifts with premium pay.
- Special shift programs require at least 6 months of nursing experience and may include daytime orientation.
- Interested candidates should notify their recruiter during the interview process.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- Registered Nurse (RN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)
- Graduate nurses must complete licensure examination within SIX MONTHS of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first. Though temporary permits are valid for one year from the date of graduation, not one year from issue of permit (or until the results of the examination are known at which time it becomes null and void), ST Health requires that GNs take the licensure examination within 6 months of their start date or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU.
- ST Health approved national certification preferred.
*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.
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Pay range
$36.50–$45.04 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
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Professional Staff Nurse - PACU — Erie, PA | Pepper Health (Library Build)
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# Professional Staff Nurse - PACU
- Location: Erie, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Variable
- Business unit: ST Health Hamot
- Pay: $36.50–$45.04 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-23T12:45:16.023Z
## Description
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Shift and schedule
Shift
Variable
Hours
Full-Time
Workplace
On-site
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role
I started at the bedside. Pepper grew me into leadership — a residency year, tuition support, and a manager who asked "what's next for you?" every single year.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
New-grad RN / Residency
Staff RN — specialty certified
Charge / Clinical Resource RN
Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track
Director of Nursing
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I self-schedule?
Most inpatient units use self-scheduling in 4-week blocks, with weekend and holiday rotations shared equitably across the team.
About this roleDo you pay for certifications?
Specialty certification exams, renewals and review courses are covered — and certified nurses earn a differential.
About this roleIs there a nurse residency program?
Yes — a 12-month, accredited residency for new-grad RNs with dedicated preceptors, simulation labs and a cohort that starts together.
About this roleWhat support exists at the bedside?
Clinical resource nurses on every shift, a no-lift equipment program, and unit councils where staff nurses drive practice changes.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
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Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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