UPMC·Altoona, Pennsylvania
Provide direct nursing care, administer medications, and develop comprehensive care plans for ICU patients. Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams and educate patients and families on health needs.
Are you a Registered Nurse ready to take the next step in your career, or a new nurse eager to thrive in a supportive environment?
At UPMC Altoona, you’ll have the chance to deliver Life Changing Medicine alongside an interdisciplinary team of world-class professionals.
UPMC Altoona has four ICUs: Acute Care (Medical) ICU Neurology ICU Trauma ICU Cardiothoracic ICU *NOTE: When applying, you will have the opportunity to indicate which ICU(s) you are most interested in.
Not all ICUs may have openings, so please rank in order of your preference!
We’re committed to your growth and well-being.
With our Professional Development Program (career ladder), ongoing learning opportunities, and a premier benefits package designed to support you and your family, you’ll have the resources you need to succeed—both inside and outside of work.
Positions offer three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating day and night schedules, giving you balance and flexibility.
Join us in a role where your expertise makes a difference every day, and where your career can flourish in a culture of excellence, compassion, and innovation Future Graduates & experienced Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply – future GNs can apply up to 1 year in advance of graduation.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Must obtain one of the eight certifications within two years of hire/transfer (if required by department): Acute/Critical Care RN (CCRN) OR Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses OR Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) OR Certified Flight Nurse OR Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse OR Certified Progressive Care Nurse OR Emergency Nursing Pediatric OR Trauma Certified Registered Nurse. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), if required Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) NIH Stroke Scale (NIH), if required Registered Nurse (RN) Act 34 *Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Must hold a current Pennsylvania nursing license and CPR certification. Candidates must complete the nursing orientation and obtain a specialized certification within two years of hire.
Market context
Pennsylvania nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient settings, and long-term care, especially for RNs with current state licensure and BLS certification. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a BSN and recent medical-surgical experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Pennsylvania RN license, BLS status, and whether your experience matches the unit’s preferred background.