51400 - Trauma - General Surgery - Registered Nurse 1 or 2, Inpatient

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Work Shift: UR - Rotating (United States of America) Range: UR URCE 215 H Compensation Range: $39.25 - $52.99 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: GENERAL PURPOSE: Functions as a new graduate nurse with less than one year of experience. Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, continues to build competency in the provision of direct patient care. Contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the unit level. Supports peers in the delivery of patient care services. Schedule FT/PT position available, D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, weekends and holidays per unit policy. Responsibilities Trauma and general surgery consist of a diverse patient population. This specialty unit offers advanced learning opportunities amongst the medical/surgical field. These patients require specialized trauma care including complex wound care, various types of drains, and detailed assessments. Currently Included in the 25-bed unit is 1 progressive care bed with the intention to have a total of 6 progressive care beds in the near future. These step-down beds are for the more critical Trauma patients that require further hemodynamic monitoring. The trauma unit is a fast paced and evolving workplace where nurses demonstrate exceptional teamwork, great communication, strong critical thinking skills, and are able to collaborate effectively with all members of the healthcare team. New graduates are eligible for the Med/Surg residency program. The residency program is designed to assist the novice graduate nurse to successfully transition to a competent professional nurse. Nurses must have less than one-year prior experience in acute care and plan for a two-year commitment upon completion of the residency program. Qualifications Requires a Diploma, Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing Program and an active New York State RN license in good standing. Level I Applicants will have less than 6-12 months of RN experience. Level II Applicants will have a minimum of 6-12 months of RN experience. This position assumes the charge nurse role, actively participates in unit/service activities, supports co-workers, and assesses unit needs. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.