Graduate Nurse Rotational Program: UPMC Williamsport - Med/Surg Track (Fall/Winter 2026 Graduates)

Graduate Nurse Rotational Program at UPMC Williamsport

Are you graduating in Fall/Winter 2026 from nursing school and looking to launch your RN career? Our Graduate Nurse Rotational Program may be the perfect fit! If you are not a graduate nurse but are interested in opportunities at this facility, please apply for this job posting: Professional Staff Nurse: UPMC Williamsport.

As a participant in the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program at UPMC Williamsport, newly licensed RNs will gain diverse, hands-on experience through a structured, four-month rotation across key inpatient units, including 5 East (Acute Care/Trauma Stepdown), 7 East (Neurology/Oncology), and 6 West (Transitional Care Unit). Throughout the program, you will work alongside experienced nurses who provide mentorship and guidance as you build clinical confidence, expand your skill set, and grow within a collaborative, patient-centered environment. At the conclusion of the program, participants will have the opportunity to identify their best-fit unit and transition into their permanent home department.

About UPMC Williamsport:

UPMC Williamsport is a 224-bed acute care hospital providing exceptional care to Williamsport, PA and the surrounding areas.

5 East Acute Care / Trauma Stepdown 5 East is a 23-bed trauma stepdown and medical-surgical unit where nurses care for patients recovering from acute surgical procedures and complex trauma, including orthopedic injuries and motor vehicle accidents. This unit emphasizes post-surgical recovery, mobility progression, and team-based care through a collaborative care-partner model.

7 East Neurology / Oncology 7 East is a 25-bed neuro-focused unit offering experience with a wide range of neurological conditions, including stroke, seizures, brain tumors, and post-craniotomy care, along with general medical-surgical patients. Nurses build strong neurological assessment skills and have opportunities for future specialization, including chemotherapy certification.

6 West Transitional Care Unit 6 West is a fast-paced medical-surgical unit where nurses care for patients across the full continuum of acute care, from short observation stays to more complex admissions involving multiple body systems. The unit promotes a team-based care model, providing a strong foundation in broad clinical skills, collaboration, and communication.

Why Join the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program?

• Opportunity to explore and find your right 'home' in nursing at UPMC
• Fantastic chance to learn from many talented nurses and receive a broad education in nursing
• Having a resource pool nurse as a mentor
• Having preceptors for each 'rotation'

What can you Expect as a GNRP Staff Nurse?

The Professional Staff Nurse provides highly competent patient care and treatment while demonstrating empathy and a passion for learning. A role that requires independent judgment, fluent communication, and candid partnership, the Professional Staff Nurse establishes relationships with physicians, other care providers, patients, and patients' families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.

As a Professional Staff Nurse and a member of the care delivery team, you will set the standards for the level and quality of nursing care and possess authority and accountability for its provision. At all times, you will exemplify a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.

How does UPMC Support our Nurses?

UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you financially, personally, and professionally starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career.

Here are a few examples of how we support our nurses:

• UPMC's Monthly Loan Repayment program, for 2026 & 2027 nursing graduates. offering $20,000* in loan repayment paid over three years. (*Eligible flex full-time RN roles to receive a prorated amount)
• Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
• Dedicated career ladders, including a brand-new nursing career ladder added just this year, allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees including no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options!)

What Does Placement Look Like Post-GNRP?

• Upon completion of the Graduate Nurse Rotational Program, placements are determined by participant preference, Hiring Manager preference, and business need through a collaborative matching process at UPMC Williamsport.
• Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the My Nursing Career Ladder based on their individual experience and education.

Shift/Hours: Our RNs work a rotating 12-hour schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor and are assigned every other weekend/holiday. GNRP Participants will be able to select either Days with Rotation or Night Shift while participating in the program.

Graduate Nurses are encouraged to apply. GNs must be eligible for State Board Licensure and successfully pass the examination before beginning this role - OR - must have a Temporary Practice Permit and commit to taking the NCLEX examination within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications:

• BSN Preferred
• Completion of UPMC Student Nurse Internship Program or student clinical transitions course at UPMC preferred.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.
• Understand the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
• Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
• Work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
• Think critically to analyze and problem-solve to deliver the best patient care.
• Use sound clinical judgement, think critically, and problem-solve to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.
• Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse required prior to program start date
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Act 34 Criminal Clearance
• Act 33 Clearance
• Act 73 Clearance
• Basic Life Support

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities