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Nurse II - Operating Room

You'll work as an RN in the Operating Room, caring for people facing cancer and cancer-related health challenges.

Posted Sep 29

Shift and hours
Second shift Second Shift (United States of America)38 hours a week
Unit and setting
Operating Room make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing cancer and cancer-related health challengesIndividuals facing cancer and cancer-related health challenges
License
RN license License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York.New York RN license
Term
Permanent Full time Weekly Hours:Full time, 0.9375 FTE

Do you qualify?

License
New York RN license License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York. Check your license
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Experience
One year full-time oncology nursing (one of several options)
Experience
One year full-time critical care experience (one of several options)
Experience
Two years full-time med-surg in an acute care setting (one of several options)
Also asks
Alternative route: one year med-surg in acute care, plus Roswell Park nursing orientation and three months functioning independently as a Nurse I at Roswell Park

Preferred

Education
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or higher The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or higher, and previous operating room and/or critical care experience.
Experience
Previous operating room and/or critical care experience

The role and schedule

Day to day
Patient and family health teaching and counseling you’ll provide expert patient care, health teaching, and counseling while delivering interventions that restore and support well-being
Day to day
Lead a care team of nurses and clinical support staff lead a dedicated care team of nurses and clinical support staff
Hours stated
Second Shift (United States of America)
Details
One-year full-time probationary period as a Nurse II Incumbents will serve a one (1) year full-time probationary period as a Nurse II.

The workplace

10 Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Hiring organization

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

Operating Room is a specialty you move into. Periop programs often train from the ground up.

Original listing

Posted on 10 Roswell Park Cancer Institute’s careers page.

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Title

Nurse II - Operating Room Job Type

Regular Company

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department

Operating Room Time Type

Full time Weekly Hours

37.5 FTE: 0.9375 Shift: Second Shift (United States of America)

Summary

Join our team as a Registered Nurse in our Operating Room department and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing cancer and cancer-related health challenges. In this role, you’ll provide expert patient care, health teaching, and counseling while delivering interventions that restore and support well-being. You’ll work collaboratively with physicians and licensed providers to carry out medical regimens and lead a dedicated care team of nurses and clinical support staff.

Beyond daily patient care, you’ll also take part in professional development opportunities through workshops, in-service training, and ongoing education. This is an opportunity to grow your nursing career in a supportive environment while helping patients and families navigate their most critical health journeys. No matter where you are in your career journey - Roswell Park offers a welcoming environment to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

The starting rate of pay for this position is $49.32 per hour.

👉 Learn more about our nursing program

https://www.roswellpark.org/careers/nursing

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience License Requirement License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York. Education and Experience

  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time oncology nursing experience; or
  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time critical care experience; or
  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time medical-surgical experience in an acute care setting; or
  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time medical-surgical experience in an acute care setting and completion of Roswell Park nursing orientation with the ability to function independently at a satisfactory level for three (3) months (full-time) as a Nurse I at Roswell Park.

Note

  • Incumbents will serve a one (1) year full-time probationary period as a Nurse II.
  • Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or higher, and previous operating room and/or critical care experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law. Reasonable Accommodation Request RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-BenefitsandLeaves@roswellpark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Historical Compensation Information Statement

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov .

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