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UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Posted Aug 3, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 8, 2026

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Join the Action in the OR at UPMC Shadyside! Professional Staff Nurse – Operating Room (Full-Time) Ready to elevate your nursing career and step into one of the most dynamic environments in healthcare? UPMC Shadyside is searching for a dedicated Professional Staff Nurse to join our high-performing, team-focused Operating Room! Why You’ll Love Working in Our OR Structured Orientation for Success Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Supportive preceptors and hands-on exposure to OR nursing Flexible, Balanced Scheduling After orientation: most shifts fall between 6:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Rotating evening and night shifts based on departmental needs Self-scheduling model to help support work-life balance Limited weekend schedule A Team You Can Count On Collaborative, tight-knit environment Strong culture of support and respect About The UPMC Shadyside OR 24 state-of-the-art OR suites Specialties include: Neuro, ENT, Ortho, Vascular, Urology, Plastics, Thoracic, Robotics & more Strong oncology patient focus 40+ surgical cases daily — fast-paced, diverse, and never routine! What You’ll Do Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care using our Relationship-Based Care Model Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow nurses Apply advanced critical thinking and assessment skills in a surgical environment Participate in patient goal-setting and care planning Communicate and document care effectively Build meaningful relationships with patients, families, and teammates Perform scrub role duties Receive placement on our nursing career ladder based on your experience and education 2+ years of nursing experience STRONGLY preferred. Operating room experience is preferred but not required. Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process. Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients. Licensure/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) UPMC approved national certification preferred. Fit Testing Required Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

  • nursing experience STRONGLY preferred

About the employer

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UPMC
Health system employer

UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) is an integrated healthcare system headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, encompassing hospitals, a health insurance plan, and clinical, educational, and research enterprises. The system operates multiple facilities across the region, including UPMC East in Monroeville…

What reviewers appreciate

  • Structured My Nursing Career Ladder for advancement based on education and experience
  • Sign-on bonuses available for eligible nursing candidates on select units
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits program including health care coverage

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 3.0 out of 5 on Indeed
  • Employees cite fair pay as an area for improvement
  • Trust in colleagues and sense of belonging identified as areas needing improvement
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Living in Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh rises from the confluence of three rivers, its steep hills and dozens of bridges giving every neighborhood a distinct skyline view. Former steel towns like Lawrenceville and Shadyside now mix cafés and hospitals, while UPMC anchors a strong healthcare job market. It's a compact, river-carved city where Rust Belt grit meets East Coast ambition.

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5% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,261/mo
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