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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Complex Care

Rochester Regional Health

Rochester, NYFull-time$39.82–53.47/hrPosted 2w agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$39.82–53.47/hr
Location
Rochester, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

New York State RN License, requiredBasic Life Support Certification, requiredAssociate's degree, required

Job overview

The Registered Nurse I provides patient-centered clinical care on Rochester Regional Health’s 39-bed Med/Surg Complex Care unit. The unit cares for patients with medical-surgical needs, orthopedic overflow, tracheostomies, and emergency department holds, including medically complex patients and those preparing for discharge. The role includes assessing patients, coordinating and documenting care, and contributing to clinical research utilization.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient Assessment, nice to haveClinical Care, nice to haveCare Planning, nice to haveClinical Research Utilization, nice to haveLifting 20–50 Lbs, nice to have

Qualifications

Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing, requiredNew York State RN License, requiredBasic Life Support Certification, requiredBachelor's Degree in Nursing, nice to have6 Months RN Experience, nice to have

Full job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse I Department: Med/Surg Complex Care (6800) Location: Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week: 36 Hours 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 Med Surg/Complex Care (6800) is a 39-bed acute medical telemetry unit caring for a wide range of patients, including those with medical-surgical needs, orthopedic overflow, Tracheostomies, and ED holds. The unit supports both medically complex patients and those preparing for safe discharge. This unit is a great fit for nurses who thrive in fast-paced, high-acuity settings that require strong clinical judgment and collaboration.

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.

How this job compares

Set against the 59,266 open Registered Nurse jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$39.82–53.47/hr
  • New York median$40–54/hr2,180 hourly ranges
  • US median$38–54/hr25,011 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $46.65/hr, is close to the New York median midpoint ($47/hr) — in the middle half of Registered Nurse hourly ranges in New York.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 3,355 open Registered Nurse jobs in New York and 59,266 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Registered Nurse postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (29,133 postings).
Education
This posting asks for an associate degree; 15,680 of the 59,266 open Registered Nurse jobs (26%) ask for an associate degree or higher.

Pay, requirements and demand for Registered Nurse jobs

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