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Registered Nurse - GI Surgery & Oncology (UPMC Presbyterian/10N)

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UPMC Presbyterian

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

You'll work on a 25-bed, all-private-room surgical oncology unit focused on GI and liver surgery.

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Oct 19 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour shifts · Rotating shifts for 24/7 floor coverage Our RNs work a rotating 12-hour schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.
Unit and setting
GI Surgery & Oncology Unit (10N) The liver population on the unit consists of liver resections, chemotherapy and management of common bile duct injuries.Liver resection, chemotherapy and bile duct injury patients
License
RN license Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.Current Pennsylvania RN license
Term
Permanent is currently hiring a Full-Time Registered NurseFull-time

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed
License
Current Pennsylvania RN license Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. Check your license
License
Graduate: license within four months of starting if you start on TPPAfter hire · must obtain license within four months of beginning
Certification
CPR (AHA) within 30 days of hireAfter hire · within 30 days of hire CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Also asks
Act 34 criminal clearance Act 34 Criminal Clearance
Also asks
Good clinical judgment and critical thinking Good clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.
Also asks
Handle changing priorities and specialized equipment in a complex environment Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Also asks
Build caring working relationships with physicians, managers, staff and families

Preferred

Certification
UPMC-approved national certification UPMC approved national certification preferred.
Education
BSN
Your six-month RN application plan

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  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

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  4. Around graduation

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What it pays

Against similar roles
In range for Pittsburgh staff RN rolesPittsburgh staff RN postings that state pay run $37/hr to $41/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $37/hr, across 54 postings.
Sign-on bonus
$20,000
Bonus
$20,000 sign-on bonus $20,000 sign-on bonus available for nurses with over 1 year of experiencenurses with over 1 year of experience
Pay reviews
Pay varies with your years of experience and education Please note that the below salary may vary pending years of experience and education of the selected candidate.

Benefits

  • BenefitsMonthly Loan Repayment program for 2026 and 2027 nursing graduates: $20,000 loan repayment paid over three years; eligible flex full-time RN roles receive a prorated amount
  • BenefitsUp to 5.5 weeks of paid time off and seven paid holidays a yearUp to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
  • BenefitsDedicated career ladders, including a new nursing ladderDedicated career ladders, including a brand-new nursing career ladder added just this year
  • BenefitsUp to $6,000 a year tuition reimbursement, also for dependentsTuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents
  • BenefitsUPMC employee discounts and no-cost RN-BSN/MSN optionsplus discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options!
  • Monthly loan repayment program for 2026 and 2027 nursing graduates, $20,000 paid over three years
More benefits (4)
  • Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually
  • Seven paid holidays each year
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year
  • Dedicated career ladders

The role and schedule

Day to day
End-of-life care alongside Palliative Care and Hospice When needed we work closely with Palliative Care and Hospice to provide our patients and families with comprehensive end-of-life care.
Unit size
25-bed unit, all private rooms 10 North is a 25-bed all private room Surgical Oncology unit
Hours stated
Rotating 12-hour schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.
Details
Magnet-designated hospital a Magnet designated hospital

The workplace

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Your fit

Questions to ask

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

Oncology has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.

Original listing

Posted on UPMC’s careers page.

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Montefiore Hospital (MONTEFIORE) 3459 Fifth Avenue , 15213 Registered Nurse - GI Surgery & Oncology (UPMC Presbyterian/10N) This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus!

Sign-On Bonus Details

$20,000 sign-on bonus available for nurses with over 1 year of experience Are you a Registered Nurse passionate about delivering the best care possible and want to make a difference in the lives of your patients? Join us at UPMC Presbyterian as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community! UPMC Presbyterian, a Magnet designated hospital , is currently hiring a Full-Time Registered Nurse to support our GI Surgery & Oncology Unit, 10N.

About the Unit

10 North is a 25-bed all private room Surgical Oncology unit that focuses on Gastrointestinal and Liver Surgery. The patient population consists of colon, gastric, pancreatic cancer and gastrointestinal disorders that require surgery. The liver population on the unit consists of liver resections, chemotherapy and management of common bile duct injuries.

When needed we work closely with Palliative Care and Hospice to provide our patients and families with comprehensive end-of-life care. 10 North provides state-of-the-art oncology care which offers an opportunity to develop professional experience in all areas of surgical care. What can you Expect as a Professional Staff Nurse?

The Professional Staff Nurse provides highly competent patient care and treatment while demonstrating empathy and a passion for learning. A role that requires independent judgment, fluent communication, and candid partnership, the Professional Staff Nurse establishes relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and patients’ families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. As a Professional Staff Nurse and a member of the care delivery team, you will set the standards for the level and quality of nursing care and possess authority and accountability for its provision.

At all times, you will exemplify a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession. How does UPMC Support our Nurses? UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you –financially, personally, and professionally –starting on day one of your career.

From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career.

Here are a few examples of how we support our nurses

UPMC’s brand new Monthly Loan Repayment program, exclusively for 2026 & 2027 nursing graduates, offering $20,000 in loan repayment paid over three years (Eligible flex full-time RN roles to receive prorated amount) Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year Dedicated career ladders, including a brand-new nursing career ladder added just this year, 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!) Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today At UPMC, we’re passionate about continuing to support your growth throughout your nursing journey. We offer a robust career ladder for bedside nursing that starts with Professional Staff Nurse and leads to Expert Nurse and beyond.

The final job title and pay rate will be based on individual qualifications and candidate choice. Any required certifications and contributions based on job title will be afforded a timeframe to obtain. Our competitive career ladder, as well as our Total Rewards package, will be discussed at the time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you.

The minimum rate of pay for a non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse is $37.00/hour. Shifts/Hours : Our RNs work a rotating 12-hour schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor. Graduate Nurses must be eligible for State Board Licensure and successfully pass the examination before beginning this role OR ability to start with TPP and must obtain license within four months of beginning position.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the My Nursing Career Ladder based on their individual experience and education. No experience required. BSN preferred.

Graduate Nurses that are eligible for the State Board Licensure and Staff Nurses with nursing experience will be considered for this position. Please note that the below salary may vary pending years of experience and education of the selected candidate. The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.

They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients' requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.

Good clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care. Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

UPMC approved national certification preferred. Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Act 34 Criminal Clearance UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/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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