Weekend Registered Nurse - Surgical ICU

Join Our Surgical ICU at UPMC Shadyside!

• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 for experienced nurses with more than one year of RN experience

• Weekend Differential: receive 25% on top of base pay

• Experienced RNs: Full-Time, Weekend Program (24 hours per weekend, can choose between two 12-hour shifts or three 8-hour shifts between the hours of Friday at 3pm and Monday at 7am)

• Unit: Surgical ICU

• About UPMC Shadyside: A Magnet-designated teaching hospital with ongoing research and education

Surgical ICU:

• Award-Winning Excellence: Two-time AACN Beacon Award winner, recognized for outstanding critical care.

• Patient-Centered Care: Focus on surgical oncology patients. Also care for critically ill medical patients. Expertise in vascular, urological, and general surgical cases.

• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Continuous cardiac monitoring. Ventilators, BIPAP, CRRT, wound vacs, and drains.

• Nursing Responsibilities: Administer and titrate infusions (anti-arrhythmics, insulin, vasopressors, sedatives, paralytics).

• Collaborative Environment: Energetic, self-motivated RNs thrive here!

Here's how we support our nurses:

• Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off on the weekends for a maximum of 8 weekend shifts off in a fiscal 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.

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.

Join Our Surgical ICU at UPMC Shadyside!

• Weekend Differential: receive 25% on top of base pay

• Experienced RNs: Full-Time, Weekend Program (24 hours per weekend, can choose between two 12-hour shifts or three 8-hour shifts between the hours of Friday at 3pm and Monday at 7am)

• Unit: Surgical ICU

• About UPMC Shadyside: A Magnet-designated teaching hospital with ongoing research and education

Surgical ICU:

• Award-Winning Excellence: Two-time AACN Beacon Award winner, recognized for outstanding critical care.

• Patient-Centered Care: Focus on surgical oncology patients. Also care for critically ill medical patients. Expertise in vascular, urological, and general surgical cases.

• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Continuous cardiac monitoring. Ventilators, BIPAP, CRRT, wound vacs, and drains.

• Nursing Responsibilities: Administer and titrate infusions (anti-arrhythmics, insulin, vasopressors, sedatives, paralytics).

• Collaborative Environment: Energetic, self-motivated RNs thrive here!

Here's how we support our nurses:

• Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off on the weekends for a maximum of 8 weekend shifts off in a fiscal 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.

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.