Nurse II

Title: Nurse II Job Type: Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Ambulatory Services - Assessment & Treatment Center Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 37.5 FTE: 0.9375 Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) Summary: Are you a dedicated nurse who thrives in fast‑paced, high‑acuity environments? Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking passionate Critical Care Nurses to join our team in full‑time night shifts in our Assessment and Treatment Center. Why Join Our Critical Care Team? At Roswell Park, you’ll work with highly skilled clinicians caring for some of the most critically ill patients. You’ll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, collaborate with exceptional providers, and continue growing your skills in an advanced, high‑tech ICU environment. Critical Care Nurse responsibilities include: Advanced Assessment of a patient’s condition and planning and implementing patient care plans. Providing advanced life support including ventilator support; Assisting physicians in performing procedures. Observing and recording patient vital signs as well as intake and outputs every one (1) hour. Ensuring that ventilators, monitors and other types of medical equipment function properly. Administering continuous vasoactive and cardiac medications; Ordering diagnostic tests. Collaborating with fellow members of the critical care team; Provide care using nursing standards and Hospital/ICU protocols for treatment. Acting as patient advocates; Providing education and support to patient families. Caring for both medical and surgical patients; Providing care to the immediate post-operative patient. Responding to Rapid Responses and medical emergencies throughout the medical campus. Being part of end of life conversations as well as collaborating with the Palliative Care and Hospice teams. Who Thrives Here? Are confident, skilled, and able to act independently in urgent situations Value teamwork and strong communication Are passionate about caring for critically ill patients Want to grow professionally in a complex clinical environment Compensation: The starting rate of pay for this position is $47.58 per hour. For the night shift, there is an additional night shift differential of $6.50 per hour. The listed pay rate reflects the potential compensation for this role, and the actual offer may vary based on the candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience. Qualifications: Required Education and Experience: License Requirement: License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York. Education and Experience: 1. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time oncology nursing experience; or 2. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time critical care experience; or 3. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time medical-surgical experience in an acute care setting; or 4. 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. NOTES: Incumbents will serve a one (1) year full-time probationary period as a Nurse II. Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices. Preferred Qualifications: Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher, with strong preference given to those with advanced academic preparation. Oncology experience is highly valued, particularly in settings involving complex cancer care, treatment planning, and patient support. Experience in critical care or emergency department environments is also strongly preferred, as it demonstrates the ability to manage high-acuity patients and respond effectively in fast‑paced clinical situations. In addition, candidates should hold relevant professional nursing certifications, which reflect a commitment to clinical excellence and ongoing professional development. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Welcome to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, America's first cancer center founded in 1898 by Dr. Roswell Park. As one of the largest employers in Western New York, Roswell has over 3,300 employees, including over 200 physicians and scientists and 400 nurses. It’s a new era at Roswell Park. Leading the way in cancer research, treatment and education for more than a century, today Roswell Park is setting our course for a second century of extraordinary advances in cancer research and treatment. Equipped with the best facilities, the sharpest and most creative minds, and the single objective of curing cancer, we stand on the threshold of historic discovery. #J-18808-Ljbffr