Professional Staff Nurse - UPMC Presbyterian MICU

UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical CenterPittsburgh, PA, US

1 day ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Description - Internal

Located in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood , UPMC Presbyterian is a Level 1 Trauma Center and a leader in organ transplantation, cardiology, trauma, stroke, and cutting-edge research . The Medical ICU (MICU) is a 32-bed critical care unit that specializes in treating patients with acute respiratory failure, sepsis, pre / post-lung transplants, renal failure, and toxicology cases . Nurses in the MICU gain hands-on experience with ventilators, trachs, vasopressors, neuromuscular blockades, and CRRT machines .

Why Work at UPMC?

Competitive Pay ($34.25+ for non-BSN RNs, with differentials for BSN-prepared nurses)
Generous PTO (up to 5.5 weeks annually + 7 paid holidays)
Tuition Reimbursement (up to $6,000 / year + no-cost RN-BSN / MSN options)
Career Growth through dedicated nursing ladders and leadership opportunities

Responsibilities :

Provide high-quality, compassionate patient care in a fast-paced critical care environment

Engage in clinical development and mentorship programs

Utilize critical thinking skills to assess and manage complex patient conditions

Participate in unit-based initiatives, research, and quality improvement efforts

Educate patients and families on care plans and treatments

Uphold UPMC’s commitment to patient safety, excellence, and innovation

If you're ready to take your nursing career to the next level in a challenging and rewarding MICU environment , apply today!

Qualifications - Internal

Minimum 1 year of RN experience preferred

BSN preferred

Previous Intensive Care Unit (ICU) experience preferred

Completion of UPMC student nurse internship or clinical transitions course preferred

Skills & Abilities :

Knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate patient care

Understanding of growth and development principles to assess and meet patient needs

Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

Good clinical judgment and ability to apply the nursing process effectively

Ability to work in a complex environment and handle multiple / changing priorities

Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with staff, providers, patients, and families

Physical ability for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning patients

Licensure, Certifications & Clearances :

Current Pennsylvania RN License (or must obtain within four months of hire)

CPR certification (AHA standards, didactic & skills demonstration required within 30 days of hire)

ACLS certification (within 1 year of employment)

Act 34 Criminal Clearance required

Additional Notes :

Graduate Nurses (GNs) must complete licensure examination within 4 months of hire or within 1 year of graduation , whichever comes first. Failure to do so may result in termination or demotion at UPMC’s discretion.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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