Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: Surgical Track (Spring 2026 Graduates)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC invites Spring 2026 nursing graduates to apply for the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program at UPMC Passavant. This full-time opportunity allows new nurses to rotate through essential hospital units, gaining diverse experience while receiving mentorship from experienced professionals. Join a supportive team dedicated to investing in your nursing career with generous benefits, including sign-on bonuses and paid time off.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000

Monthly Loan Repayment Program

Up to 5.5 weeks of Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000

Qualifications

• Graduating Spring 2026 from nursing school.
• Eligible for State Board Licensure or Temporary Practice Permit.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly competent patient care and treatment.
• Mentor and guide patients in their care.
• Work collaboratively within various hospital units.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Judgment

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: Surgical Track

Job Title: Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: UPMC Passavant - Surgical Track (Spring 2026 Graduates)

Description:

Are you graduating in Spring 2026 from nursing school and looking to launch your nursing career? Our Graduate Nurse Rotational Program may be the perfect fit! You will rotate through various units within the hospital to gain valuable and varied experience while working alongside an experienced nurse to help mentor and guide you in your learning.

About UPMC Passavant

UPMC Passavant is located in McCandless, PA, about 20 minutes north of Pittsburgh.

What is the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program (GNRP)?

UPMC Passavant is pleased to announce we are NOW HIRING Graduate Nurses as full-time Professional Staff Nurses to support various hospital units as part of a special Rotational Program. The GNRP will begin in August 2026. Previous participants have had the opportunity to rotate through various units including the Operating Room, the Post Anesthesia Care Unit, the GI Lab, and either our Orthopedic Unit or the Oncology Unit for 14 weeks.

Why Join the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program?

Opportunity to explore and find your right ‘home’ in nursing at UPMC

Fantastic opportunity to learn from many talented nurses and receive a broad education in nursing

Having a resource pool nurse as a mentor

Having preceptors for each rotation

What Can You Expect as a GNRP 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 of up to $10,000* for Graduate Nurses (*Amount and eligibility based on type of nursing role and candidate experience)

UPMC’s Monthly Loan Repayment program, for nursing graduates, offering $20,000* in loan repayment paid over three years (*Eligible flex full-time RN roles to receive prorated amount)

Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year

Dedicated career ladders allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education

Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus other educational 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

What Does Placement Look Like Post-GNRP?

Upon completion of the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program, placements are determined by participant preference, HiringManager preference, and business need through a collaborative matching process at UPMC Passavant.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the My Nursing Career Ladder based on their individual experience and education.

Shift/Hours: Our RNs work a rotating 12-hour schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.

GNs must be eligible for State Board Licensure and successfully pass the examination before beginning this role -OR- must have a Temporary Practice Permit and commit to taking the NCLEX examination within 6 months of hire.