Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: UPMC Jameson - Med/Surg Track (Spring 2026 Graduates)

UPMC; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC invites recent nursing graduates to join the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program, which offers rotations through various hospital units, mentorship, and a path towards specialized nursing roles. Participants will enjoy extensive support, including a generous sign-on bonus, loan repayment assistance, and opportunities for career advancement within a community-focused healthcare environment.

Benefits

Generous sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Monthly loan repayment program

Up to 5.5 weeks of paid time off annually

Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000

Access to top clinicians and modern technology

Qualifications

• Eligible for State Board Licensure and pass exam before starting.
• Must have or obtain a Temporary Practice Permit with NCLEX commitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly competent patient care and treatment.
• Work alongside experienced nurses for guidance and mentorship.
• Set standards for nursing care and ensure its provision.

Skills

Empathy

Independent judgment

Fluent communication

Education

Graduate degree from nursing school

Job 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.

Located in New Castle, PA, UPMC Jameson is the acute care hub for the Lawrence and Mercer County region. Together with UPMC Horizon in Mercer County, UPMC Jameson provides a regionalized approach to healthcare.

What is the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program (GNRP)?

UPMC Jameson is pleased to announce we are now hiring Graduate Nurses as full-time Staff Nurses to support various hospital units as part of a special Rotational Program starting Summer 2026. Previous participants have had the opportunity to rotate through various Medical Surgical Units at UPMC Jameson for 9 months.

Why join the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program?

• Opportunity to explore and find your right ‘home’ in nursing at UPMC
• Learn from many talented nurses and receive a broad education in nursing
• Mentorship from resource pool nurses
• 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. This role requires independent judgment, fluent communication, and partnership with physicians, care providers, patients, and families to achieve desired outcomes throughout the continuum of care.

As a member of the care delivery team, you will set standards for nursing care and be responsible for its provision, exemplifying a commitment to the community and the nursing profession.

How does UPMC support our nurses?

UPMC is committed to investing in nurses—financially, personally, and professionally—from day one. We support your career growth, from tackling student loans to advancing your education later in life.

Here are some ways we support our nurses:

• Generous sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 (amount and eligibility based on role and experience)
• Monthly loan repayment program for 2025 & 2026 graduates, offering $20,000 in loan repayment over three years
• Up to five and a half weeks of paid time off annually, plus seven paid holidays
• Dedicated career ladders to help you achieve your potential
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per year at any accredited institution, plus educational discounts and no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options
• Access to top clinicians, leading researchers, and modern healthcare technology

What does placement look like post-GNRP?

Upon completing the program, placements are determined by participant preference, manager input, and business needs through a collaborative process. Applicants will be placed in appropriate roles and salaries based on experience and education.

Shift/Hours: Our RNs work rotating 12-hour shifts to ensure 24/7 coverage.

GNs must be eligible for State Board Licensure and pass the exam before starting or have a Temporary Practice Permit with a commitment to take the NCLEX within 6 months of hire.