New Graduate Registered Nurse Perioperative Explore Program

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 EDUCATION: AS: Nursing (Required) 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. LICENSES/CERTIFICAT ONS: RN - Regist