Job Description

Launch Your Nursing Career with UPMC's Graduate Nurse Rotational Program!

Are you set to graduate from nursing school in Spring 2025? If you're eager to kickstart your nursing career, our Graduate Nurse Rotational Program (GNRP) is the perfect opportunity for you! This program allows you to rotate through various hospital units, gaining invaluable experience while being mentored by seasoned nurses.

What is the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program (GNRP)?

UPMC Northwest is excited to announce that we are NOW HIRING Graduate Nurses as full-time Professional Staff Nurses for our special Rotational Program starting in Summer 2025. This is your chance to explore different nursing specialties and find your ideal fit!

Why Join the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program?

• Explore Your Path: Discover your perfect nursing ‘home’ at UPMC.
• Learn from the Best: Gain a broad education from talented nurses across various units.
• Guided Experience: Benefit from dedicated preceptors during each rotation.

Your Role as a GNRP Professional Staff Nurse

As a Professional Staff Nurse, you will provide exceptional patient care while showcasing your empathy and passion for learning. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality patient care and treatment.
• Building strong relationships with physicians, patients, and families.
• Setting standards for nursing care and demonstrating accountability.

How Does UPMC Support Our Nurses?

At UPMC, we are committed to investing in your success from day one. Here’s how we support our nurses:

• Generous Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 for Graduate Nurses (amount based on role and experience).
• Loan Repayment Program: $20,000 in loan repayment over three years for 2024 & 2025 graduates.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy up to 5.5 weeks of PTO annually, plus seven paid holidays.
• Career Advancement: Dedicated career ladders to help you reach your highest potential.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $6,000 per academic year for you and your dependents.
• State-of-the-Art Resources: Work with top clinicians and the latest healthcare technology.

What Happens After the GNRP?

Upon completing the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program, placements will be determined based on your preferences, hiring manager input, and business needs through a collaborative matching process. You will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary based on your experience and education.

Shift/Hours

Our RNs work rotating 12-hour schedules to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor. Please note that Graduate Nurses must be eligible for State Board Licensure and pass the examination before starting, or hold a Temporary Practice Permit and commit to taking the NCLEX within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Completion of UPMC Student Nurse Internship Program or student clinical transitions course at UPMC preferred.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care across all patient ages.
• Understand principles of growth and development over the lifespan.
• Assess patient data to identify needs for patients and their families.
• Work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Think critically to analyze and problem-solve for optimal patient care.
• Champion nursing best practices in all aspects of care.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

• Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse required prior to program start OR a Temporary Practice Permit with a commitment to take the NCLEX within six months of hire.
• UPMC-approved national certification is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Act 34 clearance required.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Summer work, Internship, Rotational program, Immediate start, Relocation bonus, Shift work,

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