New Graduate Registered Nurse Perioperative Explore Program

Rochester Regional Health; Rochester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Rochester seeks a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive patient care within diverse surgical specialties. The position involves promoting health, developing individualized care plans, and managing electronic health records. Applicants must hold a nursing diploma and a valid RN license in New York State. The role offers a dynamic working environment focused on growth and education with a pay range of $38.66 - $51.91. Candidates within driving distance are preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license in New York State is required.
• Completion of the program leading to a full-time operating room position is expected.
• Medium physical work is required including moving weights.

Responsibilities

• Promote and restore patients' health via nursing processes.
• Develop individualized care plans for each patient.
• Ensure accurate EHR documentation.

Skills

Patient Care & Service

Planning & Communication

Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management

Education

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Location: Rochester General Hospital

• Perioperative Services - Pre-Operative Unit (Pre-Op)
• Operating Room (OR)
• Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Hours Per Week: 36 to 40 Hours

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.

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 units
• This immersive program provides hands-on training alongside an experienced nurse preceptor.
• Participate in weekly discussions, simulations, or educational meetings
• At RGH: At completion of the program, the licensed RN will be hired full-time into an operating room position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 members
• Planning & 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 progress
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management: Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication
• Compliance: Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

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

WE’R HERE FOR YOU

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EDUCATION

• AS: Nursing (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
• RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PAY RANGE

$38.66 - $51.91