Professional Staff Nurse, 4 South (Casual)

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    "description": "ST Health Hamot is hiring a Casual Professional Staff Nurse to join our 4 South Trauma unit!Hour details: The position requires working 36 hours within each six-week scheduling period. Scheduling is determined based on both employee availability and the operational needs of the unit. Team members are expected to work one winter holiday and one summer holiday during the year. Additionally, each six-week schedule includes 12 hours of off-shift time, which may consist of evening, night, or weekend hours.5 years acute care nursing experience highly preferred. Title and Salary will be determined based upon education and experience.Purpose: The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse and a member of the care delivery team. The Professional Staff Nurse is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The Professional Staff Nurse has responsibility, authority and accountability for the provision of nursing care. 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# Professional Staff Nurse, 4 South (Casual)

- Location: Erie, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Casual
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Variable
- Business unit: ST Health Hamot
- Pay: $38.60 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-12-07T11:55:17.447Z

## Description

**ST Health Hamot is hiring a Casual Professional Staff Nurse to join our 4 South Trauma unit!**

**Hour details:**The position requires working 36 hours within each six-week scheduling period. Scheduling is determined based on both employee availability and the operational needs of the unit. Team members are expected to work one winter holiday and one summer holiday during the year. Additionally, each six-week schedule includes 12 hours of off-shift time, which may consist of evening, night, or weekend hours.
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