Weekend RN: Observation & Med-Surg Telemetry

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Total Rewards package

Weekend program pay incentives

Job summary

UPMC Altoona is seeking a Registered Nurse for weekend shifts in the Observation unit, with float coverage to Med/Surg/Telemetry as needed. Join the Resource Pool and support weekend coverage across units.

This union position offers a generous sign-on bonus up to $15,000 and a robust Total Rewards package, with pay enhancements for weekend work and opportunities for professional growth within UPMC Altoona.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience.
• Current PA nursing license to practice.
• ACLS preferred, BLS required; PALS for units as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care using nursing protocols and document procedures.
• Reassess patient needs every eight hours or as needed.
• Plan and coordinate care with patients, families, and other professionals.
• Lead and educate staff and students in nursing practices.

Skills

Nursing experience

Leadership

Team communication

Patient care planning

Education

Pennsylvania RN license

Tools

Bed Management System

Alpha

CPOE

Job description

UPMC Altoona is seeking a Registered Nurse for weekend shifts in the Observation unit, with float coverage to Med/Surg/Telemetry as needed. Join the Resource Pool and support weekend coverage across units.

This union position offers a generous sign-on bonus up to $15,000 and a robust Total Rewards package, with pay enhancements for weekend work and opportunities for professional growth within UPMC Altoona.