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RN Staff Nurse - Acute Care ICU

Job in Altoona, Blair County, Pennsylvania, 16603, USA
Listing for: UPMC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    RN Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 15000 USD Yearly USD 15000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Title

RN Staff Nurse

Location

T8 Acute Care ICU

Shift Information

9 full‑time positions: day/night shifts plus weekend/holiday rotation.

Shift times: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (36 hours/week).

Union position:
Yes

Posted Date

4/2/2026

Recruitment Summary

Future graduates and experienced registered nurses are encouraged to apply. Future graduating nurses may apply up to one year prior to graduation.

Compensation

Competitive starting pay based on education and experience, with new enhanced rates: $4 increase plus an additional $2 shift differential.

  • Starting rate: $35.50 (BSN)
  • Starting rate: $34.00 (non‑BSN)

Sign‑on bonus: $15,000 for eligible candidates with at least one year of RN experience who commit to a two‑year agreement.

Educational Support

Monthly loan repayment program up to $15,000 over three years. Information available at

Responsibilities
  • Patient Care
    • Provide direct care using protocols and standards, administer medications and IV therapy.
    • Assess and reassess patients every eight hours or as needed.
    • Plan and coordinate care with patients, families, and community agencies.
  • Coordination and Communication
    • Engage in team discussions with medical staff and other professionals.
    • Use Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and other relevant computer systems efficiently.
  • Education and Leadership
    • Teach and educate patients, families, staff, and students.
    • Consult, support, and demonstrate professionalism to team members.
  • Safety and Compliance
    • Follow universal precautions and occupational exposure policies.
    • Maintain competency with annual validations and point‑of‑care testing per lab criteria.
Experience Required

None

Education and Formal Training Required
  • Must hold a current license to practice nursing in Pennsylvania.
  • Must satisfactorily complete the nursing department orientation program and probationary period.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
  • CPR (AHA standards) within 30 days of hire.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIH).
  • Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Act 34 compliance.
  • Current licensure in the state where the facility is located or a multistate license under the NLC agreement; if residency changes, 60 days to apply for licensure in the new state.
Equal Opportunity Statement

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

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