RN Staff Nurse - 7E Neurology

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonuses

Tuition assistance

Loan repayment

Job summary

UPMC Altoona is seeking an RN Staff Nurse for the 7E Neurology unit. This .9 full-time position covers days with rotating weekends and holidays, 36 hours per week. Shifts run 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, with occasional rotation to 11:00 PM–11:00 PM as needed, in a union environment (SEIU).

The role offers strong growth opportunities, a defined career ladder, and a comprehensive benefits package. Starting pay reflects education and experience, with BSN nurses earning at least $35.50 per hour, and sign-on

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license in Pennsylvania.
• Must complete the Nursing Department's orientation and probationary period.
• CPR and ACLS certifications required.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIH) certification.
• Act 34 clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide Direct Care: perform and document procedures safely; administer meds and IV therapy.
• Assess and Reassess: evaluate patient and family needs; reassess every 8 hours or as needed.
• Plan Care: involve patients and families in care plans; coordinate with other professionals.

Skills

Direct patient care

Patient assessment

Care planning

Team communication

Clinical leadership

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

Current PA RN license

Tools

Bed Management System

Alpha

CPOE

Job description

RN Staff Nurse

7E Neurology

.9 full-time, dayshifts with rotation as needed + weekend/holiday rotation (36 hours/week)

Shifts: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM with rotation to 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM as needed

Union position: Yes (SEIU)

Are you a Registered Nurse who is seeking a new opportunity, or a new nurse searching for an opportunity to thrive? Choose UPMC! Take advantage of the opportunity to provide Life Changing Medicine to our patients, as you work alongside an interdisciplinary team of world-class medical professionals. You'll have access to a defined career ladder to help you grow and develop your skill set, continued learning and development opportunities, a premier benefits package to support you and your family, and resources to help you balance the most important things in life.

Future Graduates & experienced Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply - future GNs can apply up to 1 year in advance of graduation.

Compensation:

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.*

Minimum starting pay rates:

• $35.50 (BSN)

• $34.00 (non-BSN)

• Your title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.

Generous sign-on bonuses available!

Tuition Assistance and Loan Repayment: 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: https://mycareer.upmc.com/yourgncareer/

Purpose & Responsibilities:

Patient Care

• 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.

Coordination and Communication

• 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.

Education and Leadership

• 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.

Safety and Compliance

• 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.

Experience Required:

• None

Education and Formal Training Required:

• Must hold a current license to practice nursing in the State of Pennsylvania*

• Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component 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

*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran