RN Staff Nurse - Acute Care ICU

UPMC • Altoona, PA

10h • $34 - $36

About The Position

UPMC is hiring an RN Staff Nurse for the T8 Acute Care ICU. The role is listed as 0.9 full-time, with 36 hours per week, 12-hour day or night shifts, six weekend shifts per six-week schedule, and holiday rotation. It is a union position represented by SEIU.

The nurse provides direct patient care, assesses and documents patient and family needs, plans care with patients and families, coordinates care with medical staff and community professionals, and supports patient and family education. The role also includes using clinical systems, advising and supporting healthcare team members, following safety and exposure-control requirements, and maintaining required competencies.

Future graduates and experienced registered nurses are encouraged to apply. Future graduate nurses may apply up to one year before graduation. UPMC describes career-ladder opportunities, continued learning and development, and a benefits package. Starting pay rates are listed as $35.50 per hour for BSN nurses and $34.00 per hour for non-BSN nurses; the title and salary depend on education and nursing experience. Eligible candidates with at least one year of RN experience may receive a $15,000 sign-on bonus in exchange for a two-year work agreement. Eligible nursing graduates may qualify for up to $15,000 in loan repayment over three years.

Requirements

• No prior experience is required.
• Current license to practice nursing in Pennsylvania, or an applicable multistate nursing license issued by a participating Nursing Licensure Compact state.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• CPR meeting AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIH).
• Act 34 clearance.
• Satisfactory completion of the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document direct patient care in accordance with nursing protocols and standards.
• Administer medications and IV therapy according to policy.
• Assess and document patient and family needs, and reassess patients every eight hours or as needed.
• Develop and maintain care plans with patients and families, prioritize needs, conduct care conferences, and coordinate with community agencies and other professionals.
• Collaborate with medical staff and other professionals to discuss and develop patient care plans.
• Use the Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and other relevant computer systems.
• Initiate health teaching for patients and families and contribute to the education of staff and students.
• Provide guidance and support to other healthcare team members and demonstrate professionalism.
• Follow universal precautions and occupational exposure policies, and identify potential problems and environmental factors affecting patient care.
• Complete annual competency validation and maintain proficiency in point-of-care testing according to laboratory criteria.
• Complete the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.

Benefits

• Defined career ladder and opportunities for growth and development.
• Continued learning and development opportunities.
• Premier benefits package to support employees and their families.
• Resources to support work-life balance.
• Competitive starting pay reflecting nursing education and professional experience; listed minimum rates are $35.50 per hour for BSN nurses and $34.00 per hour for non-BSN nurses.
• Additional $2 shift differential.
• Eligible candidates with at least one year of RN experience may receive a $15,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year work agreement.
• Eligible nursing graduates may receive up to $15,000 in loan repayment over three years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed