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Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: UPMC Horizon - Med/Surg Track (Fall 2026 Graduates)
UPMC - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
📍 Farrell
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<div data-field="description" class="jd-description"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><a name="_Hlk70600721"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>Are you graduating in Fall 2026 from nursing school and looking to launch your nursing career? Our Graduate Nurse Rotational Program may be the perfect fit! You will rotate through various units within the hospital to gain valuable and varied experience while working alongside an experienced nurse to help mentor and guide you in your learning.</strong></span></span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;mso-bookmark:_Hlk70600721;"><strong>If you are not a graduate nurse but interested in opportunities at this facility, please apply to this job posting: </strong></span></span><a href="https://careers.upmc.com/job/23407749/professional-staff-nurse-upmc-horizon/"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;mso-bookmark:_Hlk70600721;"><strong>https://careers.upmc.com/job/23407749/professional-staff-nurse-upmc-horizon/</strong></span></span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>About UPMC Horizon:</strong></span></span></p><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>UPMC Horizon – Shenango Valley: </strong>Located in Farrell, Pa., a city in the Shenango Valley area of Mercer County. The 54-bed hospital offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services including general surgery, emergency services, orthopedic care, wound services, and oncology through the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.</span><span style="line-height:107%;mso-spacerun:yes;"> </span><span style="line-height:107%;">Most notably, UPMC Horizon-Shenango Valley serves as the women's health hub for the region. Services include labor and delivery (1,000+ annual deliveries), postpartum care and recovery, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. In partnership with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and UPMC Children's Hospital, UPMC Horizon provides a connection to expert women's health and pediatric specialists.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>UPMC Horizon – Greenville: </strong>Located in Greenville, Pa., in northern Mercer County, the Greenville campus is approximately 17 miles north of the Shenango Valley facility.</span><span style="line-height:107%;mso-spacerun:yes;"> </span><span style="line-height:107%;">The campus functions as a 15-bed micro-hospital offering a medical specialty suite, inpatient and outpatient services, and an active ED. A major construction project completed in 2019 brought UPMC Hillman Cancer Center on site to the hospital’s third floor. It also includes UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.</span><span style="line-height:107%;mso-spacerun:yes;"> </span></span></p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>What is the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program (GNRP)?</strong></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">UPMC Horizon is pleased to announce we are <strong>NOW HIRING</strong> Graduate Nurses as full-time Professional Staff Nurses to support various hospital units as part of a special Rotational Program. The GNRP will begin in January 2027.</span><i><span style="line-height:107%;"> </span></i><span style="line-height:107%;">Previous participants have had the opportunity to participate in the following GNRP Med/Surg Track for 6 months rotating through our 3 Medical Telemetry Unit at UPMC Horizon – Greenville and Two West at UPMC Horizon – Shenango Valley.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>Why Join the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program?</strong></span></span></p><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Opportunity to explore and find your right ‘home’ in nursing at UPMC</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Fantastic chance to learn from many talented nurses and receive a broad education in nursing</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Having a resource pool nurse as a mentor</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Having preceptors for each rotation</span></span></p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>What Can You Expect as a GNRP Professional Staff Nurse?</strong></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">The Professional Staff Nurse provides highly competent patient care and treatment while demonstrating empathy and a passion for learning. A role that requires independent judgment, fluent communication, and candid partnership, the Professional Staff Nurse establishes relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and patients’ families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">As a Professional Staff Nurse and a member of the care delivery team, you will set the standards for the level and quality of nursing care and possess authority and accountability for its provision. At all times, you will exemplify a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>How Does UPMC Support our Nurses?</strong></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">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.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Here are a few examples of how we support our nurses:</span></span></p><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">UPMC’s Monthly Loan Repayment program, available to 2026 & 2027 nursing graduates, offering $20,000* in loan repayment paid over three years (*Eligible flex full-time RN roles to receive prorated amount)</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Dedicated career ladders allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus other educational discounts for UPMC employees, including no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options!)</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today</span></span></p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>What Does Placement Look Like Post-GNRP?</strong></span></span></p><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%;margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Upon completion of the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program, placements are determined by participant preference, Hiring Manager preference, and business need through a collaborative matching process at UPMC Horizon.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:115%;margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:115%;">Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the My Nursing Career Ladder based on their individual experience and education.</span></span></p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>Shift/Hours: </strong>Our RNs work a rotating 12-hour schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:black;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">GNs must be eligible for State Board Licensure and successfully pass the examination before beginning this role <strong>OR</strong> must have a Temporary Practice Permit and commit to taking the NCLEX examination within 4 months of hire.</span></span></p><p style="font-family:Arial;margin-bottom:11px;"> </p></div><div data-field="qualifications" class="jd-qualifications"><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Diploma, associate, bachelor’s, and direct -entry master’s degree levels all welcome!</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care and interact with all ages of patients.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Understand the principles of growth and development over the lifespan.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Assess data on patients’ statuses to identify each patient’s specific care needs.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients and their families, executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, and other departments.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Work productively and effectively in an environment with changing priorities that require specialized skills.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Think critically to analyze and problem-solve to deliver the best patient care.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Use sound clinical judgment, think critically, and problem-solve to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"> </p></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;"><strong>Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</strong></span></span></p><ul><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse required prior to program start date OR must have a Temporary Practice Permit and commit to taking the NCLEX examination with 4 months of hire.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">CPR or BLS required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Act 33</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Act 34</span></span></p></li><li><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;">Act 73</span></span></p></li></ul><p><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;"><strong>UPMC is an equal-opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities</strong></span></span></p></div>