Experienced Registered Nurse Emergency Department

Shadyside Hospital (SHADYSIDE) 5230 Centre Avenue , 15232 Join UPMC Shadyside’s Emergency Department! Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 for experienced nurses with more than one year of RN experience Registered Nurses: Full-Time position available at 36 hours a week One year of RN experience required, ED RN experience preferred Unit: Emergency Department About UPMC Shadyside: A Magnet-designated teaching hospital with ongoing research and education

About the SHY Emergency Department

2025-2028 Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Lantern Award Recipient “which recognizes excellence in emergency departments that demonstrate exceptional performance in leadership, practice, education, advocacy, and research” 50 bed unit specializing in critical care, emergent oncology care, and minor trauma care Unique collaboration with UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and designated Oncology ED for Southwestern UPMC region Comprehensive care for all patients available 24/7 Primary stroke center 24-hour cardiac catheterization lab for STEMI cases V olume and acuity are variable and can change quickly, making the ED an extremely fast paced, unpredictable environment where rapid problem- solving and critical thinking are necessary to address evolving needs and priorities We are a teaching facility that supports quality patient care and staff education An ED that understands work/life balance and values our staff

Here's how we support our nurses

Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each 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. Starting Pay: Non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse begins at $37.00.

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. 1 year of RN experienced required, prior ED experience preferred BSN preferred.

Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care and interact with all ages of patients. Understand the principles of growth and development over the lifespan. Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients and their families, executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, and other departments.

Work productively and effectively in an environment with changing priorities that require specialized skills. Think critically to analyze and problem-solve to deliver the best patient care. Use sound clinical judgment and problem-solve to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.

Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices. Ability to work productively and effectively within complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) ACLS within 12 months of hire Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) PALS within 12 months of hire Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR required based on AHA standards that include both didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Registered Nurse (RN) Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

UPMC approved national certification preferred Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran