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RN Staff Nurse - Outpatient Surgery
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$81,734 / year median in Pennsylvania
+9% projected growth
Job Description
RN Staff Nurse Outpatient Surgery .9 full-time, dayshifts with rotation; Monday through Friday schedule; no holidays or weekends
Shifts:
dayshifts with varying start times Union position: Yes (SEIU)
Posted:
9/4/2026 Are you a Registered Nurse who is seeking a new opportunity, or a new nurse searching for an opportunity to thrive? Take advantage of the opportunity to provide Life Changing Medicine to our patients, as you work alongside an interdisciplinary team of world-class medical professionals.
Compensation:
We offer competitive starting pay, with rates that reflect your nursing education and professional experience. UPMC Altoona RNs benefit from newly enhanced pay, with starting rates increasing by $4/hour, plus an additional $2 shift differential.
• Minimum starting pay rates: + $35.50 (BSN) + $34.00 (non-BSN) + Your title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
Purpose & Responsibilities:
Patient Care +
Provide Direct Care:
Use nursing protocols and standards to perform and document procedures safely and accurately. Administer medications and IV therapy following policy. +
Assess and Reassess:
Evaluate and document patient and family needs. Reassess patients every eight hours or as needed. +
Plan Care:
Involve patients and families in creating care plans. Prioritize needs, conduct care conferences, and maintain up-to-date care plans. Coordinate with community agencies and other professionals. Coordination and Communication + Engage in
Team Discussions:
Work with medical staff and other professionals to discuss and develop patient care plans. +
Utilize Systems:
Use Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and other relevant computer systems efficiently. Education and Leadership +
Teach and Educate:
Initiate health teaching for patients and families based on their needs. Contribute to the education of staff and students. +
Consult and Lead:
Offer guidance and support to other healthcare team members. Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions. Safety and Compliance +
Follow Precautions:
Adhere to universal precautions and occupational exposure policies. Identify and address potential problems and environmental factors affecting patient care. +
Maintain Competency:
Complete annual competency validation and stay proficient in point-of-care testing as per lab criteria.
Experience Required:
+ At least 1 year of prior nursing experience is preferred, but not required.
+ IV skills preferred
Education and Formal Training Required:
+ Must hold a current license to practice nursing in the State of Pennsylvania
• + Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
+ Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
+ NIH Stroke Scale (NIH)
+ Registered Nurse (RN)
+ Act 33 with renewal
+ Act 34 with renewal
+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
•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