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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Overview

Open roles75
Top employerAllegheny Health Network
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring26
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU
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Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU
American Traveler
Abington, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
501-1,000

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Registered Nurse Med/Surg Telemetry Neuro/trauma and Intermediate ICU ENT
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Registered Nurse Med/Surg Telemetry Neuro/trauma and Intermediate ICU ENT
Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
5,001-10,000

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Registered Nurse- Intermediate Neuro & Spine ICU
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Registered Nurse- Intermediate Neuro & Spine ICU
Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
5,001-10,000

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Registered Nurse (RN) Neonatal ICU
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Registered Nurse (RN) Neonatal ICU
UPMC
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Registered Nurse RN ICU
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Registered Nurse RN ICU
White Glove Placement, Inc.
Ogontz Campus, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$2,446 - $2,533/yr
NRP Certification
1,001-5,000

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ICU Registered Nurse Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
14 jobs
Philadelphia
12 jobs
Canonsburg
5 jobs
Natrona Heights
5 jobs
Lancaster
4 jobs
Jefferson Hills
4 jobs
Erie
3 jobs
Bryn Mawr
3 jobs
Meadowbrook
3 jobs

ICU Registered Nurse Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Allegheny Health Network28
  • UPMC5
  • Geisinger5
  • Temple Health5
  • Main Line Health5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services24
  • Science & Research2
  • Education1

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, UPMC, and Geisinger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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, Philadelphia, and Canonsburg 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 October 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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