RN Staff Nurse - Trauma ICU

RN Staff Nurse
T8 Trauma ICU
.9 full-time, day/night shifts rotation + every other weekend/holiday rotation

Shifts:

7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM (50/50 rotation, 36 hours/week)
Union position:

Yes (SEIU)
Posted:11/4/2025

• $31.50 (BSN)
• $30.00 (non-BSN)
• Shift differential: $2.00 (+ an additional $2.00 if qualified for the night program)
• Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.

• $15,000 sign-on bonus available for nurses with 1 or more years of experience.
• Candidates hired into a sign-on bonus eligible role will be asked to make a two-year work commitment.

UPMC’s Monthly Loan Repayment program, for eligible nursing graduates, offering $15,000 in loan repayment paid over three years

• 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.

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