Rochester Regional Health

Integrated system of hospitals, clinics, labs

Registered Nurse - General Surgery

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeRochester, NY, USA$39.82 - $53.47In-person

About the Job

Requirements

A diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing is required.
A Registered Nurse license in New York State is required.
Basic Life Support certification is required.
At least 6 months of Registered Nurse experience is preferred.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.
Employees must complete a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.
Employees must complete mandatory in-services and health screens in a timely manner.
Employees must maintain Basic Life Support certification.
Clinical ladder expectations vary by level: Level II requires a minimum of 6 months of Registered Nurse experience, an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, and completion within 12 months of 3 activities per pillar (Leadership, Quality, Organizational Contribution), 9 CEUs, and 6 flex items; Level III requires a minimum of 1 year of Registered Nurse experience, an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, demonstrated clinical and leadership skills, preceptor and/or charge experience, and completion of 4 activities per pillar, 12 CEUs, and 15 flex items; Level IV requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in the specialty hired into, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, an expanded leadership role (charge, preceptor, or mentor), and completion within 12 months of 5 activities per pillar, 15 CEUs, and 20 flex items.
The role requires continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 pounds, along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning.
The role requires frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments.
High sensory acuity is required to monitor patient status and respond to alarms or safety concerns.
The role involves decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus.
Employees may be exposed to infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation; TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, patient-centered clinical care.
Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments using appropriate physical, psychological, educational, and risk-screen data for the patient’s chronological and developmental age.
Communicate and document patient assessments with the interdisciplinary team, using available resources to meet the needs of patients and families.
Develop and document individualized plans of care, treatment, and services that address patient needs, strengths, limitations, and goals.
Comply with organizational policies, procedures, and protocols, including those governing safety, medication administration, and documentation.
Revise plans of care based on ongoing evaluations and update documentation appropriately.
Complete at least one clinical research utilization form for submission to the Nursing Research Department, using an article from the last 5 years based on research performed in the United States.

Job Title: Registered Nurse I-V

Department: General Surgery (2800)

Location: Rochester General Hospital

Hours Per Week: 24 Hours (Part-Time)

Schedule: Day

SUMMARY:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive

difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet

their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.

The General Surgical Unit (2800) cares for pre and post-surgical patients including general, colorectal, plastics and breast, bariatrics, urology, ENT and neurosurgery. This fast-paced unit is a great fit for experienced and new RNs who enjoy multidisciplinary teamwork and rewarding patient interactions.

CLINICAL LADDER LEVEL I-IV

The RN level will be determined at the time of hire based on the candidate’s qualifications and ability to meet Clinical Ladder requirements. An established compensation add-on is applied to each RN level.

Level expectations include:

RN Level II: Minimum 6 months RN experience; AAS in Nursing; completion of Clinical Ladder requirements within 12 months, including 3 activities per pillar (Leadership, Quality, Organizational Contribution), 9 CEUs, and 6 flex items.

RN Level III: Minimum 1 year RN experience; AAS in Nursing; demonstrated clinical and leadership skills; preceptor and/or charge experience; completion of 4 activities per pillar, 12 CEUs, and 15 flex items.

RN Level IV: Minimum 1 year experience in the specialty hired into; BS in Nursing required; expanded leadership role (charge, preceptor, mentor); completion of Clinical Ladder requirements within 12 months, including 5 activities per pillar, 15 CEUs, and 20 flex items.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care
Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological, educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological / developmental age of the patient).
Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.
Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for the patient needs, strengths, limitations and goals.
Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medication administration and documentation.
Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately.
Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Department utilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States.

COMPLIANCE:

Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.
Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner.
Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
Registered Nurse license in New York State.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
At least 6 months RN experience preferred

EDUCATION:

AS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$39.82 - $53.47

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

About the Company

Rochester Regional Health

Integrated system of hospitals, clinics, labs

Rochester Regional Health is a regional health system that provides integrated medical care across Western New York and beyond, with 500+ locations, including 8 hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, senior services, behavioral health, and clinical trials. Patients access care through its network of hospitals, clinics, rehab centers and labs, with care coordinated across locations and teams handling prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and ongoing support. The organization stands apart by offering a wide range of services under one umbrella, enabling continuous, coordinated care within a single system, with a focus on neighbor-driven, community-based, real-life care. Its goal is to help the community stay healthy and live fulfilling lives by delivering accessible, comprehensive, patient-centered health care for people at every age and stage.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $600K
Headquarters: Rochester, NY
Founded: Not listed

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