RN, L&D
Cumberland, Maryland
- Eligibility
- Sign-on bonus
Posted Oct 30 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Days
- Unit and setting
- L&D
- License
- RN license
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed, residency program
- Also asks
- 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.
- Also asks
- Must be able to 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 patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
- Also asks
- Good clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient care.
- Also asks
- Mobility, manual dexterity, and physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
- Also asks
- Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
- Also asks
- Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
- Also asks
- Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.
- Also asks
- Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
What it pays
- Sign-on bonus
- $15,000
Support on this unit
The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.
- Orientation
- Residency program
The workplace
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, holiday, and call?
- What preceptor time and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load and floating handled day to day?
On your path
Labor & Delivery 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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12500 Willowbrook Rd (12500WILLOWBROOK) 12500 Willowbrook Rd , 21502 UPMC Western Maryland’s Labor & Delivery Unit is excited to welcome a caring and dedicated Professional Staff Nurse to our department! We are looking for a full-time RN to cover our Obstetrics Unit 36 hours per week. This position will work day shift, including rotating weekends, and holidays.
You may qualify for a sign on bonus of up to $15,000 with a two-year commitment, depending on experience and eligibility! You will be placed in the appropriate title based on experience by the recruitment team and department leaders. The minimum hiring rate for an RN is $36.50. Some perks of joining our team of Life Changers at UPMC are listed below: Student loan assistance, reimbursement, and refinancing options.
Earn up to five and a half weeks of PTO in your first year. Robust career ladder to allow opportunities for growth. Below is a little bit about
what you’ll do
System-wide Competencies : Adheres to system-wide behaviors and performs other assigned duties. Clinical Development : Engages in clinical development and RN residency programs, seeks learning opportunities, and utilizes feedback to improve practice. Patient
Education
Identifies and addresses patient and family education needs. Professional Development : Pursues continuous learning, professional development, and involvement in nursing organizations. Nursing Care : Applies nursing knowledge within Relationship Based Care, communicates effectively, and demonstrates critical thinking.
Care Planning : Formulates care plans and daily goals, seeks guidance, and builds compassionate relationships with patients and colleagues. Ethical Practice : Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance. Research and Quality Improvement : Demonstrates basic research knowledge, participates in journal clubs, and identifies improvement opportunities.
Accountability : Takes responsibility for professional development, makes care improvement recommendations, and participates in change initiatives. Leadership and Teamwork : Builds healthy relationships, sets priorities, participates in shared governance, and supports colleagues. Communication and Safety : Communicates clearly, demonstrates cultural awareness, and supports workplace safety.
Experience
0-2 years (BSN preferred).
Skills
Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Relationships: Ability to maintain positive interactions with a diverse team and patients/families. Physical
Requirements
Mobility, manual dexterity, and physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients. 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. Must be able to 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 patient’s 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. Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
What's around it?
Cumberland, MD
Living costs about 5% above the US average