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Graduate Nurse Rotational Program - Acute Care

UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15215


The Four Time ANCC Magnet designated

UPMC St. Margaret

is currently hiring a

Full-time Professional Staff Nurse

to support various

Acute

Care units as part of a special

Rotational Program

at our Aspinwall, PA location.

The Graduate Nurse Rotational Program is a

rebranded

initiative specific to St. Margaret and will begin in February and July 2025. Selected participants will rotate through six various units (progressive care, rehab, ortho, neuro/oncology, renal/resp

.

, and surgical

floor )

for six months

.

Each new graduate will

have

a

n experienced registered nurse

as

a

mentor, and

ha

ve

preceptors for each “rotation



.

T

his is

a fantastic opportunity to learn from many talented nurses and receive a broad education on all foundational nursing skills.

At the end of the “rotations

”,

you will be matched through a mutual matching process with a participating

unit

or you may remain in the resource pool

.

What units are included in the

Graduate Nurse Acute

Track?

3B

is an acuity adaptable, fast-paced 34-bed telemetry Step Down unit that serves the needs of critically ill patients from admission through discharge. The patient population is medical patients who

require

more

cardiac monitoring than flex monitoring on a Medical Surgical floor but do not require ICU care.

4A

is a 28-bed, private room, acute rehabilitation unit. The unit provides comprehensive rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients ages 18 and over.

4B

is a 30-bed orthopedic unit which provides care for all orthopedic needs within the realm of our practice, including total joint replacement, spinal surgery, shoulder surgeries, and foot/ankle surgeries

5A

is a 34-bed

, private room,

unit with neurology and oncology subspecialties. The services provided on 5A include all medical/surgical needs within our realm of practice specializing in stroke, cancer, and palliative/hospice care.

5B

is a 33-bed, private room,

unit

caring for adult and geriatric patients ages 18 and over. A full range of general adult medical diagnoses admitted to the unit include CHF, COPD, and Peritoneal Dialysis

.

6A

is a 34-bed surgical and step-down unit that provides care to adult and geriatric patients with a focus on

pre

and post-surgical patients.

We provide care to a full range of general adult medical diagnoses, but our primary specialties are general surgery, vascular surgery, thoracic surgery, ENT, GYN, urologic surgery, and plastic surgery

Also eligible for

experiences

in ICU/ED/OR/PACU/GI lab.

Our RNs work a rotating

12 hour

schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.

The Staff Nurse provides highly competent patient care and treatment while

demonstrating

empathy and a passion for learning. A role that requires independent judgment, fluent communication, and candid partnership, the Staff Nurse

establishes

relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and patients’ families

in order to

achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.

A Registered Nurse and a member of the care delivery team, you will set the standards for the level and quality of nursing

care, and

possess authority and accountability for its provision. At all times, you will exemplify a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.

As a nurse at UPMC, you will find:

Competitive wages, with the highest BSN differential in the greater Pittsburgh area

An incomparable benefits package, including tuition reimbursement

of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their d

ependents (

plus

discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options)

Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today

Generous Sign on Bonus of up to $10,000 with a

2 year

commitment to UPMC

Eligible

Nursing Graduates will be offered UPMC’s Monthly Loan Repayment

totaling

$20,000 paid over 3 years

The Staff Nurse is a valued step in the UPMC nursing career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement; Graduate Nurses are encouraged to apply (GNs must be eligible for State Board Licensure and successfully pass the examination before beginning this role). Applicants will be placed in the

appropriate job

title and salary from the My Nursing Career Ladder based on their individual experience and education.

Graduate Nurses Only

Completion of UPMC Student Nurse Internship Program or student clinical transitions course at UPMC preferred

The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.

They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.

Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.

Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.

Good clinical judgment.

Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse required prior to program start date OR must have a Temporary Practice Permit and commit to taking the NCLEX examination within 4 months of hire.

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

ACLS

Act 33 with renewal

Act 34 with renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Graduate Nurse Rotational Program - Acute Care at UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center summary:The Graduate Nurse Rotational Program at UPMC St. Margaret offers new nursing graduates a comprehensive training experience across various acute care units including telemetry, rehabilitation, orthopedics, neurology, and surgery. Participants will be paired with experienced mentors and will have the opportunity to develop essential nursing skills over six months, ultimately leading to placement in a specific unit or remaining in the resource pool. This program emphasizes a commitment to patient care, teamwork, and the professional growth of nurses in a supportive environment.

Keywords:Graduate Nurse, Rotational Program, Acute Care, Professional Staff Nurse, Nursing Mentorship, Patient Care, UPMC St. Margaret, Nursing Skills, Healthcare Careers, Nurse Training