Are you a current student nurse graduating in Spring of 2027 and looking to continue your nursing career at UPMC? UPMC Somerset is pleased to announce we are NOW HIRING Graduate Nurses as full-time Professional Staff Nurses. Secure a role up to a year prior to graduation!
If you are not a graduate nurse but interested in a position, please click the following link to consider one of our other available nursing opportunities : UPMC Job Search Results | UPMC Careers About UPMC Somerset UPMC Somerset is a community-based hospital in Somerset, PA. Our facility thrives on education and growth, along with having a team-based environment! UPMC Somerset Units Nursing Unit 3A – Cardiology Medicine Nursing Unit 3B – Surgical Acute Care Emergency Room Nursing Unit 4B – Behavioral Health Operating Room What can you Expect as a Professional Staff Nurse?
The Professional 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 Professional Staff Nurse establishes relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and patients’ families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
As a Professional Staff 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. How does UPMC Support our Nurses?
UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you –financially, personally, and professionally –starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career. Here are a few examples of how we support our nurses: Generous Sign-On Bonus for roles on select units.
Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year Tuition reimbursement at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (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 Shifts/Hours: Our RNs work a rotating 8, 10, and 12-hour schedule based on department needs to ensure respective coverage.
Graduate Nurses must be eligible for State Board Licensure and successfully pass the examination before beginning this role OR ability to start with TPP and must obtain license within 60 days’ time of beginning position. • Required for all positions: Other requirements may be needed based on hiring unit Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of PA. Graduate nurses must take the State Board Nursing Examination within 60 days of hire NIHSS upon hire.
In addition to the above the following are unit specific: Telemetry: Certs required (upon hire or within 6 mo) are Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmia & ACLS. NIHSS upon hire. ICU: Certs required (upon hire or within 6mo) are ACLS, Basic Critical Care Nursing Course, & Basic Dysrhythmia Interpretation Course.
NIHSS upon hire. ED: Certs required (upon hire or within 6mo) are ACLS & PALS. Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmia Interpretation Course (upon hire or within 1yr).
NIHSS upon hire. OR: Certs required (upon hire or within 6 months) ACLS & Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmia Interpretation. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Basic Life Support (BLS) BCLS (upon hire or within 6 Months Registered Nurse (RN) Act 33 with renewal Act 34 Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal *Applicable required unit specific licensure, certification, and clearances UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
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