RN Staff Nurse Opportunities - T10 Surgical Progressive Care

UPMC • Altoona, PA

8d • $34 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Opportunities are available for Registered Nurses on the T10 Surgical Progressive Care Team at UPMC Altoona. This is a 28-bed surgical and trauma stepdown unit where nurses can build advanced skills in cardiopulmonary care, chest tube management, and complex post-surgical recovery. UPMC is committed to professional growth and well-being, offering a Professional Development Program (career ladder), ongoing learning opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Most positions involve three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating day and night schedules, providing balance and flexibility. The role offers a chance to make a difference daily in a culture of excellence, compassion, and innovation. Future graduates can apply up to one year in advance of graduation.

Requirements

• Must hold a current license to practice nursing in the State of Pennsylvania
• Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Must obtain one of the eight certifications within two years of hire/transfer: Acute/Critical Care RN (CCRN) OR Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses OR Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) OR Certified Flight Nurse OR Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse OR Certified Progressive Care Nurse OR Emergency Nursing Pediatric OR Trauma Certified Registered Nurse.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIH)
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Act 34
• 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. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

Nice To Haves

• Future Graduates & experienced Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply – future GNs can apply up to 1 year in advance of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Provide Direct Care: Use nursing protocols and standards to perform and document procedures safely and accurately. Administer medications and IV therapy following policy.
• Assess and Reassess: Evaluate and document patient and family needs. Reassess patients every eight hours or as needed.
• Plan Care: Involve patients and families in creating care plans. Prioritize needs, conduct care conferences, and maintain up-to-date care plans. Coordinate with community agencies and other professionals.
• Engage in Team Discussions: Work with medical staff and other professionals to discuss and develop patient care plans.
• Utilize Systems: Use Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and other relevant computer systems efficiently.
• Teach and Educate: Initiate health teaching for patients and families based on their needs. Contribute to the education of staff and students.
• Consult and Lead: Offer guidance and support to other healthcare team members. Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
• Follow Precautions: Adhere to universal precautions and occupational exposure policies. Identify and address potential problems and environmental factors affecting patient care.
• Maintain Competency: Complete annual competency validation and stay proficient in point-of-care testing as per lab criteria.

Benefits

• Professional Development Program (career ladder)
• Ongoing learning opportunities
• Premier benefits package
• Competitive starting pay
• Newly enhanced pay
• Additional $2 shift differential
• Generous Sign-On Bonuses
• Tuition Assistance
• Loan Repayment Program (up to $15,000 over three years for eligible nursing graduates)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level