Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: Choose Your Journey - Aspinwall, United States - UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

Description

Are you a recent nursing school graduate eager to kickstart your nursing journey? Join our Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: Choose Your Journey to gain valuable experience across different hospital units while being mentored by experienced nurses.

Join UPMC St. Margaret, a prestigious 4-time Magnet ANCC Designated Hospital located on a beautiful 21-acre campus near Aspinwall, PA.

What exactly is the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program (GNRP): Choose Your Journey?

Start your career as a full-time Professional Staff Nurse at UPMC St. Margaret and participate in a unique Rotational Program where you can explore different units and create your own career path. This program runs three times a year to align with typical graduation seasons.

Which units are part of the Acute Care Track?

Assigned Units:

• 3B: A fast-paced telemetry Step Down unit for critically ill patients.
• ICU: A 7-bed Medical Surgical ICU specializing in critical care.

Unit Choices (select one or skip and select two from below):

• ED: A community Emergency Department with a focus on orthopedics and stroke care.
• GI Lab: A Procedural area for endoscopic procedures.

Unit Choices (select ONE or TWO, depending on your choice above):

• 4A: An acute rehabilitation unit.
• 4B: An orthopedic unit specializing in various orthopedic surgeries.
• 5A: A medical/surgical unit with neurology and oncology subspecialties.
• 5B: A Medical-Surgical unit for adult and geriatric patients.
• 6A: A medical/surgical and step-down unit focusing on pre and post-surgical care.

Why Choose the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program?

• Explore different areas of nursing at UPMC.
• Learn from experienced nurses and receive a comprehensive nursing education.
• Benefit from mentorship and shadowing opportunities in various specialties.

What to Expect as a GNRP Professional Staff Nurse?

As a Professional Staff Nurse, you'll provide top-notch patient care, demonstrate empathy, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure the best patient outcomes.

How does UPMC support its nurses?

• Sign-On Bonus of up to $10,000* for Graduate Nurses (*Amount and eligibility based on role and experience).
• Monthly Loan Repayment for eligible Nursing Graduates.
• Generous Paid Time Off and other benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities.
• Access to top clinicians and modern healthcare technology.

What Happens After the GNRP?

Upon program completion, placements are determined based on participant and manager preferences at UPMC St. Margaret.

Shift/Hours: RNs work 12-hour rotating shifts to ensure round-the-clock coverage.

GNs must be eligible for State Board Licensure or have a Temporary Practice Permit before starting. BSN Preferred.

• Must demonstrate the necessary skills to provide age-specific care.
• Ability to establish positive relationships and work effectively in a healthcare environment.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential for patient care.

Licenses, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Current Pennsylvania RN licensure required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and other certifications needed.
• UPMC is an equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion.