UPMC Nursing

UPMC Braddock nurses work in a supportive environment and are committed to enhancing the health and well-being of the community. A variety of nursing opportunities are available in many specialty areas including acute medical detox, behavioral health, critical care, emergency services, medical-surgical, perioperative surgical services, and skilled nursing care.

Our nurses have a voice in their practice through shared governance and unit representation on the systemwide Professional Practice Council.

Numerous scheduling options provide our nurses with the ability to achieve work-life balance.

Before your interview

If you have questions or need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, call 412-636-5360 or contact the nurse recruiter.
On the day of your interview, free parking is available in the visitor parking lot at the main entrance.
Your appointment will be with the nurse recruiter in the Professional Building located to the left of the main entrance, second floor, Suite 214.
Your interview will include meeting with the nurse recruiter as well as the nurse manager for the department with which you are interviewing. Although not required, you may bring a resume to the interview.
You also will be offered the opportunity to tour the facility and the unit to learn more about the position in which you are interested.
We encourage a shadowing experience for those who may find it helpful in their decision making process. You may schedule it for the same day of your interview, or at a later time.

After accepting an offer

Your first day will be Human Resources new hire orientation. These are held on the first Monday of each month in the Professional Building, located to the left of the main entrance, on the third floor in Classroom A/B. You will receive information about benefits, safety, infection control practices, and compliance procedures. Dress is business casual.
The remainder of the week will be spent in nursing orientation. You also may attend additional courses based on the unit on which you will be working, such as arrhythmia classes, critical care classes, and crisis intervention. These will be coordinated by the unit director and development staff.