RN Staff Nurse
Outpatient Surgery
1.0 full-time, day/evening shift rotation, no weekends, holidays, or on call
Shifts: Two 8-hour dayshifts & two 12-hour shifts (8:30 AM to 9:00 PM) with rotation per week (40 hours/week)
Union position: Yes (SEIU)
Posted: 4/30/2026
UPMC Altoona is hiring a Registered Nurse to help support Outpatient Surgery! Although not required, 2 years of nursing experience is preferred. Strong IV skills are also an asset to succeed in this department. We are seeking an RN with the ability to collaborate and work well with other departments within the hospital.
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:
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.
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