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Professional Staff Nurse – Pediatrics

  • EriePA
  • Part-Time
  • On-site
  • Rotating

PostedFebruary 6, 2026

Pay$36.50–$45.04 / hr

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About this role

ST Health Hamot Women’s Hospital is looking to hire a Part-Time Professional Staff Nurse to the Pediatrics Unit!

This position is part-time, rotating 50/50 days and nights. 1 year of Med/Surg RN experience highly preferred.

Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience.

Responsibilities

Professional Practice and Collaboration

  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with patients, families, colleagues, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

  • Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, enthusiasm, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

  • Promotes a culture of respect by recognizing cultural differences and holding self and peers accountable for healthy professional relationships.

  • Communicates identified safety hazards to peers and leadership and models safe work practices.

Patient Care and Clinical Excellence

  • Applies the nursing process within the framework of Relationship-Based Care to create a healing, patient-centered environment.

  • Develops and implements individualized plans of care in partnership with patients and families, addressing clinical, psychosocial, safety, and spiritual needs.

  • Demonstrates strong critical-thinking and clinical judgment skills in the assessment and management of patient care.

  • Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team, clearly articulating patient conditions, care plans, and recommendations.

  • Maintains accurate, thorough, and timely documentation to support continuity of care.

  • Aligns practice with national professional standards, health system initiatives, and unit-based goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.

Education and Development

  • Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning principles (and pediatric principles when applicable) and applies them in patient, family, and staff education.

  • Provides clear, comprehensive education to patients and families to support understanding of care and safe transitions across care settings.

  • Supports the development of students, new staff, and colleagues; may serve as a preceptor or mentor.

  • Fosters an environment of open communication, inquiry, and continuous learning by seeking feedback and refining practice.

Professional Growth and Engagement

  • Maintains accountability for ongoing professional development to enhance nursing practice and patient outcomes.

  • Actively participates in unit-based shared governance, goal setting, and change initiatives.

  • Serves as a fully engaged partner on the care team, offering assistance and collaboration as needed.

  • Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in response to change.

Quality Improvement and Evidence-Based Practice

  • Actively participates in unit- or department-specific quality improvement initiatives.

  • Identifies opportunities for quality and service improvement and communicates them to colleagues and leadership.

  • Takes personal responsibility for improving patient satisfaction and the overall care experience.

  • Integrates research and evidence-based practice into clinical care by identifying relevant research, contributing to multidisciplinary discussions, and influencing plans of care.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills required to provide age-appropriate care and effectively interact with patients served by the assigned unit.

  • Demonstrates understanding of growth and development principles across the lifespan and the ability to assess patient data to identify age-specific needs.

  • Interprets clinical information accurately to provide care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

  • Zero to two (0–2) years of nursing experience required.

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

  • Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills related to patient care.

  • Ability to lead and support others in the application of the nursing process.

  • Ability to work productively in a complex healthcare environment while managing multiple and changing priorities and specialized equipment.

  • Establishes and maintains positive, professional, and caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients and families.

Physical Requirements

  • Mobility, visual acuity, and manual dexterity required.

  • Physical stamina to support frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.


Scheduling Options

ST Health offers a variety of flexible scheduling options. In addition to traditional rotating or flexible shifts, special programs are available for nurses who prefer primarily night or weekend shifts, which include premium pay differentials.

Employees hired into or transitioning to these programs must have a minimum of six (6) months of nursing experience and may be required to complete orientation during regular business hours. Candidates interested in these programs should notify their recruiter during the interview process.


Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

  • Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in the state where the facility is located, or a multistate license through the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC).

  • Graduate Nurses (GNs) must successfully complete the RN licensure examination within six (6) months of hire or within one (1) year of graduation, whichever occurs first. Failure to do so may result in termination or demotion at the discretion of the business unit.

  • Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) accepted as applicable.

  • CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire, in accordance with American Heart Association (AHA) standards (didactic and skills demonstration).

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within one (1) year of hire or transfer.

  • ST Health-approved national certification preferred.

  • Required clearances with renewal:

    • Act 33

    • Act 34

    • Act 73 (FBI Clearance)

Employees working under an out-of-state NLC license who later establish residency in the state where the facility is located must apply for in-state licensure within 60 days of residency change.


ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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Pay range

$36.50–$45.04 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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Senior Nurse Recruiter · 8 yrs at Pepper

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# Professional Staff Nurse - Pediatrics

- Location: Erie, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Part-Time
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Rotating
- Business unit: ST Health Hamot
- Pay: $36.50–$45.04 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-06T14:15:17.257Z

## Description

##### **ST Health Hamot Women's Hospital is looking to hire a Part-Time Professional Staff Nurse to the Pediatrics Unit!**

##### ***This position is part-time, rotating 50/50 days and nights. 1 year of Med/Surg RN experience highly preferred.***
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Rotating

  • Hours

    Part-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

Maya S., Director of Nursing

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.

Maya S.Director of Nursing — started as a new-grad RN

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. New-grad RN / Residency

  2. Staff RN — specialty certified

  3. Charge / Clinical Resource RN

  4. Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track

  5. 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

  1. Apply

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  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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