RN Staff Nurse - Neuro ICU

RN Staff Nurse

T8 Neurology ICU

.9 full-time, day/night shifts + 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling period + holiday rotation

Shifts:

7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM (36 hours/week)

Union position:
Yes (SEIU)

Posted: 10/2/2026

Whether you're an experienced Registered Nurse or a future graduate eager to begin your journey, UPMC offers the opportunity to make a real difference every day. Join a collaborative team of exceptional healthcare professionals, grow through a defined career ladder, and enjoy ongoing learning opportunities, competitive benefits, and resources that support work-life balance.

Future Graduate Nurses may apply up to one year before graduation. Prior nursing experience is welcome but not required. We're looking for compassionate, team-oriented individuals with strong communication skills and a positive attitude.

We offer competitive starting pay, with rates that reflect your nursing education and professional experience. UPMC Altoona RNs benefit from newly enhanced pay, with starting rates increasing by $4/hour, plus an additional $2 shift differential. *

• $35.50 (BSN)
• $34.00 (non-BSN)
• Your title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.

UPMC’s monthly loan repayment program for eligible nursing graduates offers up to $15,000 in loan repayment paid over three years. Learn about the ways UPMC supports graduate nurses here:

• 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.