ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Pennsylvania
ICU Registered Nurse jobs in Pennsylvania are in steady and active demand, concentrated in acute care hospital systems, academic medical centers, and large regional health networks, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior charge nurse. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the primary hiring hubs, with major systems like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Lehigh Valley Health Network maintaining consistent icu registered nurse openings. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania are cardiac ICU, neuro ICU, and trauma critical care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Lower Bucks Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Lower Bucks Hospital is a community hospital, serving the Lower Bucks County region with medical, surgical, and emergency care. Located in historic Bristol, Pennsylvania, the Hospital is well-known for its knowledgeable medical staff, including cardiology, orthopedics, radiology, wound care, and general surgery. The hospital has more than 200 physicians on staff, as well as another 700 employees.
Responsibilities:
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the ICU. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients; He/She communicates with the physician about changes in the patient's clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current and valid state RN License.
2. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.
4. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
5. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
6. Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.
7. Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred.
8. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
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Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Lower Bucks Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Lower Bucks Hospital is a community hospital, serving the Lower Bucks County region with medical, surgical, and emergency care. Located in historic Bristol, Pennsylvania, the Hospital is well-known for its knowledgeable medical staff, including cardiology, orthopedics, radiology, wound care, and general surgery. The hospital has more than 200 physicians on staff, as well as another 700 employees.
Responsibilities:
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the ICU. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients; He/She communicates with the physician about changes in the patient's clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current and valid state RN License.
2. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.
4. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
5. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
6. Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.
7. Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred.
8. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Employment Status: Per Diem Shift: Variable Equal Employment Opportunity:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.
ICU Registered Nurse Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Allegheny Health Network33
- Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health7
- WellSpan Health5
- Geisinger4
- Commonwealth Health4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services36
- Insurance2
- Agriculture & Farming2
- Education1
- Science & Research1
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ICU registered nurse jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required by most Pennsylvania ICU employers
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or critical care nursing experience preferred
- Experience with ICU monitoring systems, ventilator management, and vasoactive drips
- CCRN certification valued by academic medical centers and level one trauma hospitals
ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a icu registered nurse in Pennsylvania?
You become a icu registered nurse in Pennsylvania by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining a license from the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. After licensure, most ICU positions require completing a critical care orientation or residency program. Many Pennsylvania hospitals prefer candidates with a BSN and offer tuition support for nurses who want to advance their education while working.
How much do ICU registered nurses make in Pennsylvania?
ICU registered nurses in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $96,430 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,800 for the lowest 10% to over $117,900 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire icu registered nurses in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring icu registered nurses in Pennsylvania right now include Allegheny Health Network, Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health, and WellSpan Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's dense concentration of large academic medical centers and regional health networks means icu registered nurse openings tend to remain consistent across multiple systems throughout the year.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most icu registered nurse jobs?
Pittsburgh, Canonsburg, and Scranton have the most icu registered nurse openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because it anchors a dense cluster of academic medical centers and health systems, while Pittsburgh's strength in cardiovascular and neuroscience care drives sustained ICU demand, and Allentown's rapidly growing Lehigh Valley Health Network supports consistent critical care hiring in the region.
Are there remote icu registered nurse jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. ICU nursing is a hands-on bedside role that cannot be performed remotely in a clinical sense, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of icu registered nurse openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that exist are typically in care management, telephonic triage, or utilization review functions that draw on ICU clinical backgrounds.
How can I get hired as a icu registered nurse in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a nurse residency or critical care internship program designed for new graduates. UPMC, Penn Medicine, and Lehigh Valley Health Network all run structured new-graduate residency programs that include ICU rotations and direct placement. Starting in a progressive care or step-down unit is a common lateral move that builds the clinical foundation ICU managers look for. Holding an active Pennsylvania RN license and a current ACLS certification gives newer applicants a clear hiring edge.
Where can I find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the positions that match.
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