About this role
ST Health Somerset is looking for nurses to join the Acute Care units! If you are searching for a fast-paced, exciting career that allows you to experience a variety of different fields, Acute Care could be for you! ST Health Somerset’s Acute Care is made up of the Cardiology Medicine Unit & Surgical Acute Care Unit. These positions work 12-hour rotating shifts and rotating weekends & holidays. The Acute Care departments are truly a team! Employees are cross trained to function on both units and will float as needed. ST Health offers a generous sign-on bonus for both graduate & experienced nurses!
Qualified Nurses may be eligible for a $15,000 Sign-on Bonus! (Full-Time status with a 2-year work commitment)
At ST Health, we’re passionate about continuing to support your growth throughout your nursing journey. Our Total Rewards package will be discussed at time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you.
ST Health is committed to investing in nurses like you –financially, personally, and professionally –starting on day one of your career. ST Health is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career.
Whether you’re a recent Graduate Nurse looking to launch your nursing career, or a seasoned Nurse seeking a change, now is your moment to find your place at ST Health Somerset!
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates professional Registered Nurse qualities.
- Assesses and prioritizes patient issues, utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Develops, implements, evaluates, and adjusts patient care plans based on needs.
- Documents and communicates patient status to the healthcare team.
- Interprets care policies and procedures to effectively deliver patient care.
- Maintains proficiency in routine and specialized nursing tasks.
- Provides age-appropriate patient education and care.
- Engages in staff development activities on and off the unit.
- Identifies ways to enhance workflow and reduce care costs.
- Fosters a positive work environment and customer relations.
- Independently transfers patients between various positions.
- Performs technical skills safely, efficiently, and effectively.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Graduate nurses must take the State Board Nursing Examination within 60 days of hire
- BSN preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Advances Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
- NIHSS upon hire.
*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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Registered Nurse (Union) - Acute Care — Somerset, PA | Pepper Health (Library Build)
Registered Nurse (Union)… at Pepper Health, Somerset. See the schedule and your recruiter’s name before you apply — this posting doesn’t list a range yet.
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# Registered Nurse (Union) - Acute Care
- Location: Somerset, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Varies
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Rotating
- Business unit: ST Health Somerset
- Pay: not listed — this posting doesn’t list a range yet. Your recruiter can share it before you apply.
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-01-26T15:30:17.85Z
## Description
**ST Health Somerset is looking for nurses to join the Acute Care units**! If you are searching for a fast-paced, exciting career that allows you to experience a variety of different fields, Acute Care could be for you! ST Health Somerset's Acute Care is made up of the Cardiology Medicine Unit & Surgical Acute Care Unit. These positions work 12-hour rotating shifts and rotating weekends & holidays. The Acute Care departments are truly a team! Employees are cross trained to function on both units and will float as needed. ST Health offers a generous sign-on bonus for both graduate & experienced nurses!
**Qualified Nurses may be eligible for a $15,000 Sign-on Bonus!**(Full-Time status with a 2-year work commitment)
…Shift and schedule
Shift
Rotating
Hours
Varies
Workplace
On-site
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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