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Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

You'll care for critically ill ED patients plus OB/GYN, geriatric, medical-surgical, bariatric, orthopedic, oncology and stroke patients.

Posted Oct 19

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour shifts · Rotating 12-⁠hour shifts: 7a-7p, 11a-11p, 3p-3a, 7p-7a
Unit and setting
Emergency Department · Hospital OB/GYN, geriatric, bariatric, orthopedic, oncology and stroke patients
License
RN license 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.RN license in the facility's state, or a multistate NLC license
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
RN license in the facility's state, or a multistate NLC license 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. Check your license
Certification
AHA BLS or CPR 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
Education
ASN, BSN or MSN (no degree preference) No degree preference - ASN, BSN, MSN all welcome!
Also asks
Act 33 clearance, with renewal Act 33 with renewal
Also asks
Act 34 clearance, with renewal Act 34 with renewal
Also asks
Act 73 FBI clearance Act 73 FBI Clearance

Preferred

Experience
ED or ICU nursing experience Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit nursing experience preferred.

What it pays

Tuition assistance
Offered
Pay reviews
Job title and pay set by qualifications and candidate choice The final job title and rate of pay will be based upon both individual qualifications and candidate choice.

Benefits

  • BenefitsUp to 5.5 weeks of paid time off a yearUp to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
  • BenefitsSeven paid holidays a year
  • BenefitsDedicated career ladders that reward experience and advanced education
  • BenefitsTuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year
  • BenefitsDiscounts and no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options for UPMC employees
  • Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually
More benefits (3)
  • Seven paid holidays each year
  • Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year
  • Dedicated career ladders for bedside nursing

The role and schedule

Day to day
Sexual assault forensic exams The majority of ED nurses at Magee are trained to perform forensic exams for sexual assault as well.
Unit size
22-bed Emergency Department The Emergency Department is a state-of-the-art, 22-bed Level 3 Trauma unit that opened to the public in 2014.
Weekends
Rotating weekends This role will work rotating holidays and weekends.
Holidays
Rotating holidays

The workplace

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Your fit

Questions to ask

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

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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Magee-Womens Hospital Of UPMC (MAGEEWOM) 300 Halket St , 15213 At UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, we are more than a hospital — we are a trusted partner in every stage of a woman’s life. From groundbreaking research and advanced treatments to compassionate, personalized care, Magee has been a leader in women’s health for generations. Whether welcoming new life, supporting complex health needs, or guiding patients through every milestone, our experts combine innovation with empathy to deliver care that inspires confidence and comfort.

UPMC Magee is honored to have been designated as a Magnet-designated hospital – twice! At Magee, we don’t just treat patients — we care for people, families, and futures. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of women’s health.

The Emergency Department is a state-of-the-art, 22-bed Level 3 Trauma unit that opened to the public in 2014. The ED handles critically ill patients and other emergency medical issues, including OB/GYN, geriatric, and medical-surgical including bariatric, orthopedic, oncology, and stroke patients. The majority of ED nurses at Magee are trained to perform forensic exams for sexual assault as well. Patient volume and acuity are variable and can change quickly, making the ED an extremely fast-paced, unpredictable environment where rapid problem-solving is necessary to address evolving needs and priorities.

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. Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job.

They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job. 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 rate of pay will be based upon both 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 time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you.

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

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 Shifts/Hours: Our RNs work a rotating 12-hour schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor. Our shifts are from 7a-7p, 11a-11p, 3p-3a, and 7p-7a. This role will work rotating holidays and weekends. *Hours and travel are subject to change based on business needs.

No degree preference - ASN, BSN, MSN all welcome! Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit nursing experience preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

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. Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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

See Pittsburgh, PA

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