Join UPMC Shadyside’s Award-Winning Medicine and Pulmonary Team!

Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 for nurses with more than one year of experience Experienced RN: Full-time positions available for nurses with 4+ years of experience Unit Focus: 4 East Medicine and Pulmonary About UPMC Shadyside: A Magnet-designated teaching hospital with ongoing research and education

Apply now for a fulfilling nursing career!

4 East Medicine and Pulmonary Unit:

Award-Winning Excellence: ANCC Silver Beacon Award recipient–the first med/surg unit in PA to achieve this honor. Patient Diversity: Care for cystic fibrosis, peritoneal dialysis, COPD, and pneumonia patients. Also receives an overflow of internal medicine patients. Supportive Environment: Collaborative staff, fostering a uniquely caring and healing atmosphere. Learning Opportunities: Ideal for graduate nurses and those seeking to expand their expertise. 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). 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.

Responsibilities:

Build 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.