Transitioning into professional practice can be both exciting and overwhelming. UPMC gives you the resources to start your career with confidence, and with over 50 specialty nursing roles across nearly 20 clinical specialties, you can build a career that fits your goals and interests.
GN Rotational Programs
Unsure what area of nursing you want to pursue as you graduate? UPMC’s full-time Graduate Nurse Rotational Programs offer professional development, mentorship, and exposure to a variety of areas of care. Rotating among multiple units will expose you to a multitude of specialties and allow you to learn from nursing leaders and experienced preceptors. After completing the program, you’ll transition to a mutually agreed-upon unit while continuing to enjoy UPMC’s Total Rewards package, a close network of support, and opportunities for growth.
UPMC Community Osteopathic — Harrisburg, Pa
Duration: 6 months
Available Tracks:
- Acute Care
- Critical Care
UPMC Hamot — Erie, Pa
Duration: 6 months
Available Tracks
- Surgical Services
- Med/Surg
- Critical Care
- Women’s Services
UPMC Harrisburg — Harrisburg, Pa
Duration: 6 months
Available Tracks:
- Cardiac
- L&D/Peds/PICU
- Ortho/Neuro/Medical
- MSICU/CTICU/ED
UPMC Jameson — New Castle, Pa
Duration: 8 months and 11 months
Available Tracks:
- Critical Care/ED (8 months)
- Med/Surg (11 months)
UPMC Magee — Pittsburgh, Pa (Oakland)
Duration: 10-18 weeks
Available Tracks:
- OB
- Med/Surg
- ICU/ED
- Surgical Services
UPMC McKeesport — McKeesport, Pa
Duration: 6 months
Available Tracks:
- Med/Surg (with immersive shadowing experiences available)
UPMC Mercy — Pittsburgh, Pa (Uptown)
Duration: 12 months
Available Tracks:
- Inpatient Rehab
- Med/Surg, Neuro
- Trauma/Burn
UPMC Passavant — Pittsburgh, Pa (North Hills)
Duration: 6 months or 1 year
Available Tracks:
- Medical, Surgical, GNRP for You (6 months each)
- Critical Care (1 year)
UPMC Presbyterian — Pittsburgh, Pa (Oakland)
Duration: 12 months
Available Tracks:
- Cardiology
- General Medicine
- Neuro
- Surgical
- Medical
UPMC Shadyside — Pittsburgh, Pa (Shadyside)
Duration: 10 months
Available Tracks:
- Medicine
- Surgical
- Oncology
Note: Cohort start dates & requirements vary by hospital. Refer to the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program job postings you are interested in for more detailed information.
How to Apply
Explore UPMC Careers job postings using the job titles “staff nurse” or “staff nurse, BSN” or click Connect with Us to talk with a recruiter about your interests.