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Registered Nurse

Columbia University

New York, New York

$95,000 - $102,000 a year

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Posted Aug 1, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 2, 2026

What the posting states

Base pay: $95,000 - $102,000 a year

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Columbia Health Medical Services seeks self-motivated Registered Nurse with superior triage and clinical assessment skills. Join our multidisciplinary staff of dedicated college health professionals and play a critical role in providing comprehensive, continuous, and patient-centered care to our diverse student population. This is an on-site essential role. Responsibilities include triage patient concerns, refer patients for clinical evaluation and follow-up, administer medications and treatments, conduct telephone triage, assist with nursing projects, participate in interdisciplinary committees, coordinate patient care, serve as a clinical resource, participate in educational sessions, administer prescribed medications, engage in ongoing professional development, provide health education, work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and support patient flow and care delivery in triage and urgent care.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Current New York State RN license
Minimum 2-4 years related experience
CPR Certification
Infection Control Certification
BLS Certification
Strong clinical assessment and triage skills
Completion of current CPR and infection control certificate

About the employer

Columbia University

Academic Medical Center

You are considering Columbia University in New York, NY. Concrete pay bands, unit texture, scheduling rules, and benefits details are not in our current facts, so those are questions to bring straight into the application conversation. The city sits about…

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Based in New York, NY
Dense nearby market that includes Northwell Health, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, and NYU Langone Health
Multiple commuter-town and Queens neighborhood options with typical 30–60 minute rail trips

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Cost of living about 13% above the national price level
Area nurses note higher pay may still not fully offset housing and transit costs
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Living in New York, NY

New York City delivers unmatched energy, world-class hospitals, and career opportunities few cities can rival. From the bustling streets of Manhattan to the brownstone-lined blocks of Brooklyn, every borough offers distinct character. It's fast-paced and expensive, but for nurses seeking high-acuity experience, cultural richness, and a true 24-hour city vibe, the payoff is enormous.

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Metro price level · New York area: 112.6; 13% above the national average
Median gross rent: $1,821/mo; rent and tenant-paid utilities

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