Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: UPMC Northwest– Med/Surg Track Spring 2027 Grads

UPMC; Seneca (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment program

Sign-On Bonus

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UPMC in Seneca is hiring Graduate Nurses for its Graduate Nurse Rotational Program. This full-time position offers new nurses the chance to rotate through various hospital units, enhancing their experience and skills. As a Professional Staff Nurse, you will provide high-quality patient care while receiving support and mentorship from seasoned professionals.

Eligible candidates can expect supportive programs including loan repayment, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement for further education. The program is ideal for those eager to establish a rewarding nursing career.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be eligible for State Board Licensure and pass the examination prior to starting.
• Have the skills and knowledge to provide care across all ages.
• Possess strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent patient care and treatment as a Professional Staff Nurse.
• Establish relationships with patients, families, and care providers.
• Participate in a collaborative matching process for placement post-program.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient care

Education

Diploma, associate, bachelor's, or direct-entry master's degree in nursing

Job description

Are you graduating in Spring 2027 from nursing school and looking to launch your nursing career? Our Graduate Nurse Rotational Program may be the perfect fit!

UPMC Northwest in Seneca, Cranberry Township, has 96 private rooms, including 30 that can be converted for semi-private occupancy, yielding as many as 126 beds. A one-story, 28-bed behavioral health building, part of the UPMC Behavioral Health Network, adjoins the hospital via an enclosed walkway. A nine-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit and a 16-bed transitional care unit are also located adjacent to the hospital.

Plentiful free parking and four entrances make the facilities readily accessible to patients and visitors. A convenient outpatient diagnostic center is located in the hospital for those who need outpatient laboratory and imaging exams.

What is the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program (GNRP)?

UPMC NW 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.

Previous participants have had the opportunity to rotate through various units (listed below) for 4-5 weeks.

• 3 South: medical / oncology
• 3 West: medical / surgical / pediatrics
• 2 North: telemetry

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:

• UPMC’s Monthly Loan Repayment program, offering $20,000* in loan repayment paid over three years (*Eligible flex full-time RN roles to receive prorated amount)
• Generous Sign-On Bonus for roles on select units
• 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 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, Hiring Manager preference, and business need through a collaborative matching process at UPMC Hamot.

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.

Eligibility

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.

• Diploma, associate, bachelor’s, and direct-entry master’s degree levels all welcome!
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care and interact with all ages of patients.
• Understand the principles of growth and development over the lifespan.
• Assess data on patients’ statuses to identify each patient’s specific care needs.
• Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients and their families, executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, and other departments.
• Work productively and effectively in an environment with changing priorities that require specialized skills.
• Think critically to analyze and problem-solve to deliver the best patient care.
• Use sound clinical judgment, think critically, and problem-solve to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.
• Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• ACLS within 1 year, NIH within 6 months
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIH)
• Registered Nurse (RN) or TPP
• Graduate nurses must complete the licensure examination within six months of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first. UPMC requires that GNs take the licensure examination within six months of their start date; failure to do so may result in termination or demotion from the GN position, at the discretion of the business unit.
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