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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rapid Response Team

Rochester General Hospital

Rochester, New York

Posted Sep 17

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Term
Permanent

Pay and benefits

Against the board
Top of Rochester staff payRochester staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $42/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $40/hr, across 26 postings.

Do you qualify?

License
BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsPreferred PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions
License
Registered Nurse license in New York State. Check your license
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
Education
Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
Experience
3 years of Critical Care experience preferred PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 3 years of Critical Care experience preferred
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Also asks
AS: Nursing (Required)Preferred PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: AS: Nursing (Required)

What's around it?

In Rochester, NY· © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap

Living costs about 3% below the US average

Median rent
$1,081/mo
Household income
$47,213/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Rochester, NY

From Census ACS 2024.

About this role

  • Job Title: Registered Nurse I
  • Department: Critical Care II / Rapid Response
  • Location: Rochester General Hospital
  • Hours Per Week: 36 Hours

Schedule

Day/Evening/Night

Summary

The R. N. I maintains quality patient care through consistent standards of nursing practice in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Utilizes the nursing process: assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate to execute appropriate individual patient care. The R. N. is instrumental in providing an exceptional experience for patient and family.

The RN is the leader of the care delivery team. The RN collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team; coordinates the care of the patients on the team and effectively communicates the goals of the patients and the team daily. The RN is responsible for maintaining exceptional quality and safety while building an effective and efficient care team.

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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

Attributes

Compassionate, warm and patient focused

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision

Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse license in New York State.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

3 years of Critical Care experience preferred

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Education

AS: Nursing (Required)

Certifications

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

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

$39.75 - $52.99

City

Rochester

Postal code

14621

The 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 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.

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About the employer

Rochester General Hospital
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Rochester General Hospital is part of Rochester Regional Health, located in Rochester, New York (14621). The hospital provides a range of specialized patient care services, with a notable focus on Women's Care. The Women's Care Unit delivers comprehensive services in…

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