Choose Nursing at UPMC
When our team of 20,000 nurses chose to work at UPMC, they chose more than just a job. They chose opportunity, culture, growth, flexibility, and more. Whether you’re a nursing student, an experienced nurse looking for your next step, or somewhere in between, UPMC offers the structure and support to help you thrive. With 9 Magnet® designated hospitals and a standard of innovative care across our system, becoming a nurse at UPMC is a choice you can be confident in.
Experienced Nurses
With more than 20 clinical specialties and 50 specialty nursing roles offered through UPMC's My Nursing Career ladder, there's a nursing role for your interests, skills, goals, and lifestyle. Explore positions at our large urban hospitals or smaller rural facilities, plus opportunities in senior living, home health, travel staffing, and even virtual care.
Graduate Nurses
To help Graduate Nurses start their careers with confidence, UPMC is offering sign-on bonuses of up to $10,000, paired with an additional $20,000 for our brand-new Monthly Loan Repayment incentive. Learn more below about how UPMC is committed to helping new nurses thrive — financially, personally, and professionally.
Student Nurses
You can grow and get ahead as a student nurse at UPMC. Our 10-week, paid Student Nurse Internship program helps you network with nursing professionals and build skills through direct patient care experiences. Plus, UPMC’s flexible work scheduling allows you to prioritize your education while gaining hands-on experience.
Nursing Support
Nursing assistants (NAs) and patient care technicians (PCTs) help us deliver the very best care to our patients. With flexible scheduling and competitive compensation, these roles make a rewarding career or a great first step into health care.