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Professional Staff Nurse - UPMC Presbyterian Emergency Department

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

You'll treat everything from heart attacks and strokes to minor illnesses.

Posted Oct 19

Shift and hours
Rotating shifts Schedule - Rotating shifts, including weekends & holidays
Unit and setting
UPMC Presbyterian Emergency Department Treating everything from heart attacks & strokes to minor illnessesheart attacks, strokes and minor illnesses
License
RN licenseRN license or temporary practice permit
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
RN license or temporary practice permit RN license or Temporary Practice Permit
License
licensure exam within 4 months of hireAfter hire · within 4 months of hire Licensure exam within 4 months of hire or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU
Certification
BLS/CPR (AHA standard) within 30 days
Certification
ACLS certification
Experience
1 year inpatient nursing experience Experience : 1 year of inpatient nursing experience required (emergency department experience preferred)
Also asks
Act 34 criminal clearance Act 34 Criminal Clearance
Also asks
critical thinking, problem-solving, clinical judgment, multitasking and use of specialized equipment Skills: Critical thinking, problem-solving, clinical judgment, multitasking, and use of specialized equipment.
Also asks
mobility, dexterity and stamina for patient care Physical: Mobility, dexterity, and stamina for patient care tasks.

Preferred

Education
BSN Education: BSN preferred; UPMC student internship or clinical transitions course preferred.
Experience
emergency department experience
Experience
acute or emergency nursing experience Previous nursing experience in acute or emergency care is highly preferred.
Also asks
UPMC student internship or clinical transitions course

What it pays

Against similar roles
Top of Pittsburgh staff RN payPittsburgh staff RN postings that state pay run $37/hr to $41/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $37/hr, across 54 postings.
Extra pay
additional pay for BSN nurses Additional pay for BSN-prepared nurses.BSN-prepared

Benefits

  • Benefitstuition reimbursement up to $6,000/year for employees and dependentsTuition Reimbursement - Up to $6,000/year for employees & dependents
  • Benefitsup to 5.5 weeks PTOWork-Life Balance - Up to 5.5 weeks PTO + 7 paid holidays
  • Benefits7 paid holidays
  • Benefitsstructured career ladder and professional development to Expert NurseStructured Career Ladder & Professional Development from Professional Staff Nurse to Expert Nurse and beyond
  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000/year for employees & dependents
  • Structured Career Ladder & Professional Development

The role and schedule

Day to day
keeping families involved and informed Keeping families involved & informed
Unit size
44-bed emergency department 44-bed Emergency Department
Hours stated
Rotating shifts, including weekends & holidays
Weekends
weekends included in the rotation Schedule - Rotating shifts, including weekends & holidays
Holidays
holidays included in the rotation
Details
on-site lab and imaging On-site lab & imaging for fast diagnostics

The workplace

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UPMC
Health system employer

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, and call?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

Emergency is open from year one. Fellowships take new grads. Watch their application dates.

Original listing

Posted on UPMC’s careers page.

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Presbyterian Hospital (PRESBY) 200 Lothrop St , 15213 Previous nursing experience in acute or emergency care is highly preferred. Why Choose UPMC? ✅ Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $6,000/year for employees & dependents ✅ Competitive Pay – $37.00–$60.52/hr (non-BSN), $37.00/hr (BSN no experience). Additional pay for BSN-prepared nurses. ✅ Career Growth – Structured Career Ladder & Professional Development from Professional Staff Nurse to Expert Nurse and beyond. ✅ Work-Life Balance – Up to 5.5 weeks PTO + 7 paid holidays 🏥 About the Unit – 44-bed Emergency Department 💉 Advanced Care – Treating everything from heart attacks & strokes to minor illnesses 🩺 24/7 Services – On-site lab & imaging for fast diagnostics ❤️ Patient & Family-Centered Care – Keeping families involved & informed ⏳ Schedule – Rotating shifts, including weekends & holidays Your Role ✔ Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care and foster diversity, inclusion, and a safe workplace for all team members ✔ Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team ✔ Engage in continuous learning & career advancement ✔ Contribute to innovation & patient safety

Education

BSN preferred; UPMC student internship or clinical transitions course preferred.

Experience

1 year of inpatient nursing experience required (emergency department experience preferred)

Skills

Critical thinking, problem-solving, clinical judgment, multitasking, and use of specialized equipment. Interpersonal: Build positive relationships with staff, patients, and families. Physical: Mobility, dexterity, and stamina for patient care tasks.

Licensure & Certifications

RN license or Temporary Practice Permit (temporary permits are valid for one year from the date of graduation, not one year from issue of permit (or until the results of the examination are known at which time it becomes null and void) BLS/CPR (AHA standard) within 30 days ACLS certification Act 34 Criminal Clearance Licensure exam within 4 months of hire or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

What's around it?

In Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh, PAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 5% below the US average

Median rent
$1,261/mo
Household income
$65,742/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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