RN Staff Nurse (Day/Night) - T12 Cardiology

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Tuition Assistance

Union position: SEIU

Job summary

UPMC Altoona is hiring an RN Staff Nurse in the 12 Cardiology unit. The position is .9 FTE on a day/night rotation including weekends and holidays, with shifts from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM and 7:00 PM–7:00 AM (36 hours per week). Union SEIU.

Starting pay reflects BSN or non-BSN education, with potential sign-on bonuses and loan repayment options. Candidates must hold PA nursing licensure, complete orientation, and maintain certifications (ACLS, BLS/CPR, NIH Stroke Scale).

Qualifications

• Must hold a current license to practice nursing in Pennsylvania.
• Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.
• CPR/ACLS/BLS and related certifications required per policy.
• RN license and eligibility under applicable state laws (PA).

Responsibilities

• Provide Direct Care using nursing protocols and document procedures safely.
• Assess and reassess patient and family needs and update plans.
• Plan and coordinate care with patients, families and teams.

Skills

Direct patient care

Team communication

Care planning

Education

PA Nursing License

Job description

RN Staff Nurse

T12 Cardiology

.9 full-time, day/night rotation + weekend/holiday rotation

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

Union position: SEIU

Posted: 9/9/2026

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 an 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 are 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