SUMMARY:Start your nursing career at Rochester Regional Health in an education-oriented setting surrounded by a team devoted to your success. As a New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) you will learn alongside our dedicated professionals while becoming the future of exceptional patient care. Join our team and experience opportunities tailored to your growth across dynamic programs and specialties, allowing you to discover your passion.Perioperative nurses have the opportunity to care for patients from the following surgical specialties; Bariatric, Cardiothoracic, Colorectal, ENT, General Surgery, Gynecology, Neurology, OMFS, Orthopedic, Plastics, Urology, and Vascular.Pre-Operative Unit (Pre-Op) is the entry point for many patients having surgical procedures. This unit provides pre-arrival education and readiness. The Operating Room (OR) at Rochester General Hospital offers elective and emergency surgeries for adult and pediatric patients performed daily in our 23 operating rooms.The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is a 28-bed critical care unit providing care for patients who are recovering from surgery.How the Perioperative Explore Program works:Complete learning experiences in our pre-operative, operative, and recovery unitsThis immersive program provides hands-on training alongside an experienced nurse preceptor.Participate in weekly discussions, simulations, or educational meetingsAt completion of the program, the licensed RN will be hired full-time into an operating room position.HOW WE CARE FOR YOUSign On BonusRelocation AssistanceMedical, Dental & Vision Programs Tailored to Your NeedsRetirement Savings ProgramsPersonal Time that includes Vacation Time, Sick Time & HolidaysTuition Assistance & Reimbursement ProgramFree ASN to BSN Program Through Advance UStudent Loan Repayment ProgramRecognition of Professional Growth Through the Clinical LadderCertification PayEnhanced Shift DifferentialsSpecialty Premium PayEmployee Referral Program with Bonuses up to $10kSame Day Pay Through DailyPayFree ParkingEmployee Discount Programs STATUS:Full TimeDEPARTMENTS:Perioperative Services - Pre-Operative Unit (Pre-Op)Operating Room (OR)Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)SCHEDULE:Primarily Day/Evening, Monday-Friday; Nights, Weekends & Holidays, & on-call responsibilities per unit requirements. All interested candidates must live within a 30-minute drive to Rochester General Hospital to fulfill on-call duties.ATTRIBUTES:Compassionate, warm and patient focusedCritical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervisionExceptional documentation skills and professional behaviorAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentRESPONSIBILITIES:Patient Care & Service: Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team membersPlanning & Communication: Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progressElectronic Health Record (EHR) Management: Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communicationCompliance: Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirementsEDUCATION:AS: Nursing (Required)LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.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:$32.33 - $45.00CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14621The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.