Part-Time Registered Nurse - 8W/10N (ENT/GI Surgery)
Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Registered Nurse - ENT Surgery & GI
Surgery/Oncology (UPMC Presbyterian 8W & 10N) This position is
eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Sign-On Bonus Details:
$15,000 sign-on bonus available for graduate nurses with less than
one year of RN experience $20,000 sign-on bonus available for
nurses with over 1 year of experience * Part time staff are
eligible for 1/2 the amount of the bonus for the full commitment
length Join us at UPMC Presbyterian as we provide Life Changing
Medicine to our community! UPMC Presbyterian, a Magnet designated
hospital , is currently hiring a Full-Time Registered Nurse to
support the newly created Specialty Surgical Unit supporting ENT
Surgery, 8W & GI Surgery, 10N! About the Units: 8 West at UPMC
Presbyterian is an 11-bed surgical step-down unit specializing in
the care of patients who have undergone head and neck surgical
procedures such as total laryngectomy, reconstruction with free
flap, tracheotomy, dragonfly/thyroidectomy among others. As a
member of the 8W team you will work closely with a world class
surgical team in caring for this unique population. You will
develop a specialized skill set that will allow you to grow and
develop. It is an ideal unit for those that see critical care or
surgical nursing in the future. 8W has an outstanding
interdisciplinary team that is composed of surgeons, discharge
planners, dieticians, respiratory therapists, highly skilled
nurses, and patient care assistants that provide comprehensive
holistic care. The 8W team provides a supportive environment for
learning and growing and is a wonderful place to start or expand
your career in Nursing. 10 North is a 25-bed all private room
Surgical Oncology unit that focuses on Gastrointestinal and Liver
Surgery. The patient population consists of colon, gastric,
pancreatic cancer and gastrointestinal disorders that require
surgery. The liver population on the unit consists of liver
resections, chemotherapy and management of common bile duct
injuries. When needed we work closely with Palliative Care and
Hospice to provide our patients and families with comprehensive
end-of-life care. 10 North provides state-of-the-art oncology care
which offers an opportunity to develop professional experience in
all areas of surgical care. Our Registered Nurses work rotating
shifts including weekends/holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage on the
floor. Why Work at UPMC? UPMC is committed to investing in nurses
like you – financially, personally, and professionally – starting
on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing
your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed
and thrive in your nursing career. 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, for 2024, 2025 & 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, including a
brand-new nursing career ladder added just this year, 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!) At UPMC, we’re
passionate about continuing to support your growth throughout your
nursing journey. We offer a robust career ladder for bedside
nursing that starts with Professional Staff Nurse and leads to
Expert Nurse and beyond. The final job title and rate of pay will
be based upon both individual qualifications and candidate choice.
Any required certifications and contributions based on job title
will be afforded a timeframe to obtain. Our competitive career
ladder, as well as our Total Rewards package, will be discussed at
time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for
you. The minimum rate of pay for a non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse
is $37.00. We also offer a pay differential to candidates that
complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and become
a BSN prepared nurse. Responsibilities: Takes personal
responsibility in improving patient satisfaction with the quality
of care and service. Utilizes research and evidence-based practice
to support improvement in clinical care, identifies research issues
or articles related to clinical specialty or areas of interest,
discusses opportunities for quality improvement at
multidisciplinary rounds, and influences patients' plans of care.
Applies the nursing process within the framework of Relationship
Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals
and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as
partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a
holistic manner. Demonstrates critical thinking in the
identification of clinical, social, safety, psychological and
spiritual issues for the patient care within an episode of care.
Practices solid communication skills and is able to articulate and
translate the patient's condition to other care providers and to
negotiate and make recommendations for changes in patient care and
unit practices. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes
communication between caregivers. Incorporates national
professional organization as well as business unit and health
system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction.
Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences and holds
peers accountable for healthy relationships. Demonstrates
accountability for professional development that improves the
quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care.
Actively participates in unit-based shared governance, goal setting
and supports the change and transition process to improve quality
of care and the practice environment. Serves as a highly engaged
and full partner on the care team and responds willingly to care
team member needs for assistance and partnership. Demonstrates
knowledge of adult learning principles (and/or teaching children if
applicable) and applies in teaching of patients, families, students
and new staff. Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to
patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode
of care as well as transition to another level of care and/or home.
Supports the development of students, new staff and colleagues may
serve as a preceptor. Creates an environment of open dialogue,
inquiry and continuous development by asking for feedback and
improving practice. No RN experience required. BSN preferred . The
individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills
necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages
of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.
They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth
and development over the life span and possess the ability to
assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the
appropriate information needed to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide
the care needs as described in the department policy and
procedures. Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring
relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician
providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and
patients/families. Ability to work productively and effectively
within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities,
and specialized equipment. Good clinical judgment with critical
thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as
related to various aspects of patient care. Critical thinking
skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in the application
of the nursing process. Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and
positioning of patients. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
UPMC approved national certification preferred. Current
Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. CPR
required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and
skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Act 34 UPMC
is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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