Weekend Registered Nurse - Surgical ICU

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off weekends

Employee discounts

Job summary

UPMC Shadyside is seeking experienced RNs for the Surgical ICU weekend program. The role offers a 24-hour per weekend schedule with two 12-hour shifts or three 8-hour shifts between Friday 3pm and Monday 7am, in a Magnet-designated teaching hospital focused on surgical oncology and critical care.

Expect a $15,000 sign-on bonus for experienced nurses and a 25% weekend differential on base pay. The unit emphasizes patient-centered care, continuous monitoring, and a collaborative environment with

Qualifications

• RN with more than one year of RN experience required.
• Full-Time Weekend Program for experienced RNs.
• Care for surgical ICU patients in a Magnet-designated teaching hospital.

Responsibilities

• Administer and titrate infusions (anti-arrhythmics, insulin, vasopressors, sedatives, paralytics).
• Foster positive relationships with colleagues and patients.
• Educate patients and families using adult learning principles and guide care transitions.

Skills

RN experience

Weekend program

Critical care

Patient education

Job description

Join Our Surgical ICU at UPMC Shadyside!

• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 for experienced nurses with more than one year of RN experience
• Weekend Differential: receive 25% on top of base pay
• Experienced RNs: Full-Time, Weekend Program (24 hours per weekend, can choose between two 12-hour shifts or three 8-hour shifts between the hours of Friday at 3pm and Monday at 7am)
• Unit: Surgical ICU
• About UPMC Shadyside: A Magnet-designated teaching hospital with ongoing research and education

Surgical ICU:

• Award-Winning Excellence:Two-time AACN Beacon Award winner, recognized for outstanding critical care.
• Patient-Centered Care:Focus on surgical oncology patients. Also care for critically ill medical patients. Expertise in vascular, urological, and general surgical cases.
• Cutting-Edge Facilities:Continuous cardiac monitoring. Ventilators, BIPAP, CRRT, wound vacs, and drains.
• Nursing Responsibilities:Administer and titrate infusions (anti-arrhythmics, insulin, vasopressors, sedatives, paralytics).
• Collaborative Environment:Energetic, self-motivated RNs thrive here!

Here’s how we support our nurses:

• Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off on the weekends for a maximum of 8 weekend shifts off in a fiscal 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!).

UPMC’s Nursing Career Ladder:

• Growth Opportunities: From Professional Staff Nurse to Expert Nurse and beyond.
• Tailored Compensation:Based on qualifications and individual preferences. The final job title and rate of pay will be based upon both individual qualifications and candidate choice.
• Total Rewards Package: Discuss choices during the offer process.

Responsibilities:

Builds Relationships:

• Foster positive relationships with colleagues and patients.
• Understand cultural differences and promote healthy interactions.
• Maintain work-life balance and prioritize safety.

Effective Teaching:

• Apply adult learning principles to educate patients, families, and staff.
• Guide patients through care transitions and provide detailed teaching.
• Support colleagues’ development and create an open learning environment.

Holistic Patient Care:

• Use the nursing process within Relationship Based Care.
• Set daily goals and consider individual patient needs.
• Communicate effectively with care providers and document comprehensively.

Professional Growth:

• Actively engage in shared governance and quality improvement.
• Adapt to change and contribute to improving patient care
• Enhance patient satisfaction through evidence-based practices.