Registered Nurse Thoracic Surgery Stepdown

Join UPMC Shadyside's Surgical Team!

• Sign-On Bonus\: $15,000 for new graduate nurses with less than one year of experience/$20,000 for registered nurses with at least one year of experience
• Graduate Nurse\: Full-Time position available
• Unit\: 3 Main Surgical Cardiothoracic Stepdown
• About UPMC Shadyside\: A Magnet-designated teaching hospital with ongoing research and education

3 Main Surgical Unit\:

• 38-Bed Post-Op Care\: We specialize in thoracic surgery recovery and act as Shadyside’s surgical stepdown unit.
• High-Acuity Patients\: From minimally invasive esophagectomy to lobe resections, we provide top-notch care.
• Cardiac Expertise\: We handle interventional cardiac cases from cath and electrophysiology labs.
• Dynamic Learning Environment\: Our nurses gain hands-on experience with various procedures.
• Fast-Paced Teamwork\: Our Registered Nurses work rotation shifts including weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.

Here's how we support our nurses\:

• Generous Sign-On Bonus of up to $20,000 (*Amount and eligibility based on type of nursing role and candidate experience).
• UPMC’s Monthly Loan Repayment Program, exclusively for 2025 and 2026 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 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.