Professional Staff Nurse/Case Manager, Skilled Nursing

The Professional Staff Nurse/Case Manager at UPMC Muncy Place is responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, residents, families, and external partners to ensure high-quality outcomes and seamless transitions post-discharge. This role involves managing both short- and long-term residents, supporting care planning, leading Crisis Intervention training, and promoting wellness through chronic condition management and education. The Case Manager collaborates with the Quality Improvement Team to monitor and reduce Emergency Department visits and hospitalizations, identifies educational needs, and provides guidance to frontline staff—all while applying age-appropriate care principles and maintaining a resident-centered approach.The ideal candidate will have the following: 2 years of RN experience, 5 years working in a Long Term Care facility, and a BSN.Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Day Shift, Monday-Friday)Holiday Rotation: 1-2 holiday shifts per yearWeekend Rotation: Minimum 1 weekend shift every 4 weeksSign-On Bonus$15,000 for new graduates (2-year commitment)$20,000 for experienced nurses (2-year commitment)Key ResponsibilitiesResident Care & Case ManagementManage care for short-term and long-term residentsCollaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure quality careFollow residents with chronic conditions and promote overall wellbeingAssist with care planning and discharge preparationProvide psychosocial support and counselingMonitor and document changes in resident condition or behaviorQuality & SafetyPartner with the Quality Improvement team to reduce ED visits and hospitalizationsComply with medication safety and infection control policiesIdentify opportunities for clinical improvement and innovationEducation & DevelopmentLead Crisis Intervention trainingIdentify and address staff education needsProvide feedback and education to frontline staffEngage in continuous learning and professional developmentParticipate in RN residency programs and seek mentorshipCommunication & CollaborationCommunicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare teamsDemonstrate cultural awareness and support workplace safetyBuild healing relationships and foster a compassionate care environmentProfessionalism & LeadershipAccept increasing responsibility and complexity in patient careParticipate in shared governance and unit-level initiativesSupport colleagues and contribute to team-based careEngage in professional organizations and literature reviewPreferred QualificationsLong-Term Care Experience: PreferredEducation: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferredLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within 30 days of hire (must meet AHA standards including didactic and skills demonstration components)Registered Nurse (RN) license or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) requiredLicensure Requirements:Must hold current licensure in the state where the facility is locatedIf licensed under the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC), a multistate license from a participating NLC state is acceptableEmployees who relocate to the facility’s state must apply for local licensure within 60 days of residency changeUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.