Casual Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Medicine (10D/10G)

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for Casual and/or Limited Casual positions. This is an opportunity to join a Magnet-designated teaching hospital and a center for cutting-edge research and education. The role offers flexible shifts with a minimum requirement of 30 shifts per year or 36 hours within a 6-week period. UPMC Presbyterian is a nationally recognized academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center known for excellence in transplantation, cardiology, trauma, stroke, and complex specialty care. The position offers a state-of-the-art practice environment in the new Kamin Tower, opening in January 2027, featuring advanced patient care technology and innovative spaces. Nurses will work alongside leading clinicians, researchers, and educators in a renowned teaching hospital committed to innovation, professional development, and evidence-based practice. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver life-changing care and shape the future of patient-centered healthcare. The environment is fast-paced and requires teamwork, with Registered Nurses working rotation shifts including weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage.

Requirements

1 year of RN experience required.
An Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN, or MSN is required.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care and interact with all ages of patients. Understand the principles of growth and development over the lifespan.
Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients and their families, executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, and other departments.
Work productively and effectively in an environment with changing priorities that require specialized skills.
Think critically to analyze and problem-solve to deliver the best patient care. Use sound clinical judgment and problem-solving to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.
Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices.
Ability to work productively and effectively within complex environments and handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 12 months of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required based on AHA standards that include both didactic and skills demonstration within 30 days of hire.
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.
Graduate nurses must complete the licensure examination within SIX MONTHS of hire within one year of graduation, whichever comes first.

Nice To Haves

UPMC-approved national certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Create positive connections with patients and colleagues, respect cultural differences, and promote a safe, balanced work environment.
Educate patients, families, and staff using adult learning principles; support team learning and guide patients through care transitions.
Deliver individualized care using the nursing process, set daily goals, communicate clearly, and document thoroughly.
Participate in shared governance and quality initiatives, adapt to change, and use evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.