Step into the heart of high-impact care—where every second matters.UPMC Northwest is hiring a full-time Emergency Department Registered Nurse to join our dynamic, fast-paced team. This is your opportunity to make a real difference at a community hospital that values your expertise, supports your growth, and recognizes your impact. You'll respond to critical situations with skill and compassion, collaborate with top-tier providers, and be a steady presence for patients and families in their most urgent moments. Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 available for eligible candidates.If you're ready to bring your best to every shift—and be rewarded for it—apply now and take the next step in your nursing journey with UPMC. **Responsibilities:** + Builds and maintains strong working relationships internally and externally through accountability, enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues. + Promotes a respectful, inclusive culture by recognizing cultural differences and encouraging healthy, professional peer interactions. + Maintains a healthy work-life balance; models safe work hours, effective time management, and a healthy lifestyle. + Proactively communicates with peers and leadership regarding safety concerns or hazards in the workplace. + Applies adult learning principles (and pediatric education when applicable) in teaching patients, families, students, and new staff. + Supports the development of students and new team members; may serve as a preceptor or mentor. + Encourages open dialogue, continuous improvement, and professional growth by seeking and applying feedback. + Utilizes the nursing process within a Relationship-Based Care framework to foster a healing, patient-centered environment. + Collaborates with patients to create individualized daily goals and care plans that reflect their holistic needs. + Applies critical thinking to assess and address clinical, psychological, social, safety, and spiritual needs. + Communicates effectively with the healthcare team, translating patient conditions and recommending care adjustments as needed. + Demonstrates personal accountability for professional development to improve both practice quality and patient outcomes. + Actively participates in shared governance, goal setting, and change initiatives to enhance the care environment. + Takes personal responsibility for improving patient satisfaction and care experiences. + Applies research and evidence-based practices to clinical decision-making and care planning. + Experience: 2+ years of RN experience required; ED/pre-hospital preferred. + Knowledge and Skills: Must demonstrate knowledge of patient care and appropriate interactions based on patient age + Growth & Development: Understanding of principles of growth and development across the lifespan and ability to assess and interpret age-specific needs. + Relationship Building: Ability to establish positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, support staff, and patients/families. + Clinical Judgment: Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills in patient care. + Physical Requirements: Mobility, visual manual dexterity, and physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning patients. + Flexible Shifts: UPMC offers flexible shift options, including night and weekend shifts with premium pay. Employees must have at least 6 months of nursing experience to qualify for these programs. Alert Recruiter: If interested in flexible shift options, notify your recruiter during the interview. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** + Current RN License + Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) w/in 1 year of hire + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC) w/in 60 days of hire + NIH Stroke Scale (NIH) w/in 6 months of hire + Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) w/in 1 year of hire + Registered Nurse (RN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**