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How much do new grad rn ed jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for new grad rn ed in Pittsburgh, PA is $41.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.22 and $52.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a New Grad RN in the Emergency Department, and why are they important?

To thrive as a New Grad RN in the Emergency Department, you need a BSN or ADN degree, active RN licensure, and foundational skills in patient assessment, triage, and acute care. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), IV pumps, defibrillators, and certifications like BLS and ACLS are typically required. Strong critical thinking, adaptability, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure set standout candidates apart. These skills are crucial for providing safe, efficient, and compassionate care in the fast-paced, unpredictable ED environment.

What are some common challenges that New Grad RN Eds face during their transition from student to professional nurse?

New Grad RN Eds often encounter challenges such as adjusting to the fast pace and high demands of clinical settings, building confidence in their clinical decision-making, and effectively managing complex patient cases. They may also find it challenging to balance learning new protocols with delivering safe, compassionate care. Support from preceptors, structured orientation programs, and ongoing mentorship can greatly ease this transition and help new grads integrate smoothly into their teams.

What is a New Grad RN ED?

A New Grad RN ED is a newly graduated Registered Nurse (RN) who works in the Emergency Department (ED). These nurses have recently completed their nursing education and passed the licensing exam, and are starting their careers in the fast-paced environment of emergency care. They often participate in special residency or orientation programs to help them transition from student to professional nurse while developing the skills needed to care for a wide range of emergency patients. The position involves working under the supervision of experienced nurses and physicians, learning to assess, triage, and treat patients in urgent situations.
What cities near Pittsburgh, PA are hiring for New Grad Rn Ed jobs? Cities near Pittsburgh, PA with the most New Grad Rn Ed job openings:
Infographic showing various New Grad Rn Ed job openings in Pittsburgh, PA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $86,321 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

Registered Nurse Telemetry/Medical Surgical

UPMC Shadyside

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$20K/yr

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Job description

Join UPMC Shadyside's Telemetry Medical Surgical Team!

  • Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 for new graduate nurses with less than one year of experience/$20,000 for experienced nurses with more than one year of RN experience
  • Experienced & New Grad RNs: Full-Time positions available
  • Unit: 4 Pavilion/South Telemetry Medical Surgical Unit
  • About UPMC Shadyside: A Magnet-designated teaching hospital with ongoing research and education

4 Pavilion/South Telemetry Medical Surgical Unit:

  • Diverse Experience: This unit is a 30-bed telemetry, medical-surgical unit, where you'll work alongside our dedicated internal medicine team. This team handles a wide variety of diagnoses and patient issues, providing you with the perfect setting to gain invaluable experience and grow your skills.
  • Professional Growth: Take advantage of our comprehensive training programs, including participation in various committees and access to a structured career ladder.
  • Supportive Environment: Work in a unit that values teamwork and continuous learning.
  • Career Advancement: Benefit from opportunities to advance your career within our organization.
  • Teamwork: Our Registered Nurses work rotation shifts including weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.

Here's how we support our nurses:

  • UPMC's Monthly Loan Repayment Program, exclusively for 2026 & 2027 nursing graduates, offering $20,000* in loan repayment paid over three years (*Eligible flex full-time RN roles to receive prorated amount).
  • Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year.
  • Dedicated career ladders 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!).

UPMC's Nursing Career Ladder:

  • Growth Opportunities: From Professional Staff Nurse to Expert Nurse and beyond.
  • Tailored Compensation: Based on qualifications and individual preferences. The final job title and rate of pay will be based upon both individual qualifications and candidate choice.
  • Total Rewards Package: Discuss choices during the offer process.
  • Starting Pay: Non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse begins at $37.00.

Responsibilities:

Builds Relationships:

  • Foster positive relationships with colleagues and patients.
  • Understand cultural differences and promote healthy interactions.
  • Maintain work-life balance and prioritize safety.

Effective Teaching:

  • Apply adult learning principles to educate patients, families, and staff.
  • Guide patients through care transitions and provide detailed teaching.
  • Support colleagues' development and create an open learning environment.

Holistic Patient Care:

  • Use the nursing process within Relationship Based Care.
  • Set daily goals and consider individual patient needs.
  • Communicate effectively with care providers and document comprehensively.

Professional Growth:

  • Actively engage in shared governance and quality improvement.
  • Adapt to change and contribute to improving patient care
  • Enhance patient satisfaction through evidence-based practices.
  • Zero to two years of experience required
  • BSN preferred.
  • Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care and interact with all ages of patients.
  • Understand the principles of growth and development over the lifespan.
  • Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients and their families, executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, and other departments.
  • Work productively and effectively in an environment with changing priorities that require specialized skills.
  • Think critically to analyze and problem-solve to deliver the best patient care.
  • Use sound clinical judgment and problem-solve to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.
  • Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices.
  • Ability to work productively and effectively within complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
  • Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
    • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
  • Registered Nurse (RN) or TPP (Temporary Practice Permit)
    • 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.
    • Graduate nurses must complete licensure examination within SIX MONTHS of hire within one year of graduation, whichever comes first.
    • Though temporary permits are valid for one year from the date of graduation, not one year from issue of permit (or until the results of the examination are known at which time it becomes null and void), UPMC requires that GNs take licensure examination within 6 months of their start date or they will be terminated or demoted from the GN position, at the discretion of the BU.
  • UPMC approved national certification preferred
  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran