About this role
Exciting Career Opportunity for Registered Nurses at ST Health Presbyterian!
Why Choose ST Health?
✅ Competitive Pay – $37.30–$44.55/hr (non-BSN). Additional pay for BSN-prepared nurses.
✅ Career Growth – Structured Career Ladder & Professional Development from Professional Staff Nurse to Sr II and beyond
Our casual nurses must meet certain hours requirements. There are two casual titles that follow different program guidelines.
- Professional Staff Nurse Limited Casual: 30 shifts required each calendar year
- Professional Staff Nurse Casual: A minimum of 36 hours in three pay periods, one holiday per year, and a minimum of 24 hours Off-Shifts or Weekend or Standby shifts in a quarter
The casual Professional Staff Nurse is a valued step in the ST Health casual nursing career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
The qualified candidate will be placed into the appropriate job title (Professional Staff Nurse Limited Casual or Professional Staff Nurse Casual) and salary based on relevant experience, education, and hours requirements.
⏰ Flexible Scheduling
Casual and/or limited casual opportunities available
Minimum: 30 shifts per year or 36 hours within 6 weeks
About ST Health Montefiore 8 North
8 North (8N) is a 17-bed medical-surgical unit providing care to a diverse patient population, including those with respiratory, cardiac, and infectious conditions.
Nurses collaborate closely with physicians, social workers, and care managers during daily rounds to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.
The unit’s fast-paced environment and supportive team culture make it an excellent fit for nurses seeking to grow clinically and make a meaningful impact.
Responsibilities
Build Relationships
Foster positive relationships with colleagues and patients.
Recognize and respect cultural differences.
Promote healthy interactions and maintain work-life balance.
Prioritize safety in all aspects of care.
Effective Teaching
Apply adult learning principles to educate patients, families, and staff.
Provide clear, thorough teaching during care transitions.
Support peer learning and create an open environment for growth.
Holistic Patient Care
Utilize the nursing process within the Relationship-Based Care model.
Set daily goals tailored to individual patient needs.
Communicate effectively with all care team members.
Document assessments and interventions thoroughly.
Professional Growth
Actively participate in shared governance and quality improvement initiatives.
Adapt to change and contribute to continuous improvement in patient care.
Enhance patient satisfaction through evidence-based practices..
- At least 1 year of RN experience required.
- An Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN, or MSN is required.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care and interact with patients of all ages. 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-solving to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.
- Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices.
- Ability to work productively and effectively within complex environments and handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
- Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- ACLS within 12 months of hire
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- CPR is required based on AHA standards that include both didactic and skills demonstration within 30 days of hire.
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- 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.
- ST Health-approved national certification preferred.
- Act 34
ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Pay range
$39.84 / hr
Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.
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Nurse Recruiter — Pittsburgh Metro
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# ST Health Presbyterian 8N - Professional Staff Nurse, Casual
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA
- Employment type: Casual
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Rotating
- Business unit: ST Health Presbyterian
- Pay: $39.84 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-10-01T08:00:06.93Z
## Description
**Exciting Career Opportunity for Registered Nurses at ST Health Presbyterian!**
**Why Choose ST Health?**
…Where you’ll work
Pittsburgh, PA
A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.
- Pepper Health Shadyside
- Pepper Health Passavant
- Pepper Health Children's
- Pepper Health Rehab Services
- Pepper Health at Home
Benefits
Benefits from day one
Day-one health coverage
Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.
Tuition & certifications
Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.
Retirement with match
403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.
PTO & wellbeing days
Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.
Ladders & residencies
Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.
Family support
Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.
Stories
From people in this role

I started at the bedside. Pepper grew me into leadership — a residency year, tuition support, and a manager who asked "what's next for you?" every single year.
Career progression
Where this role can lead
New-grad RN / Residency
Staff RN — specialty certified
Charge / Clinical Resource RN
Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track
Director of Nursing
FAQ
Questions people ask about this role
About this roleCan I self-schedule?
Most inpatient units use self-scheduling in 4-week blocks, with weekend and holiday rotations shared equitably across the team.
About this roleDo you pay for certifications?
Specialty certification exams, renewals and review courses are covered — and certified nurses earn a differential.
About this roleIs there a nurse residency program?
Yes — a 12-month, accredited residency for new-grad RNs with dedicated preceptors, simulation labs and a cohort that starts together.
About this roleWhat support exists at the bedside?
Clinical resource nurses on every shift, a no-lift equipment program, and unit councils where staff nurses drive practice changes.
Application process
What happens after you apply
Apply
Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.
Recruiter screen
A real person reviews every application and reaches out.
Interviews
Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.
Offer
Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.
Welcome
Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.
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