Staff Nurse (RN) OR BGH

Position Overview
Sign on Bonus: Up to $15,000

At UHS, Every Connection Matters-from the trust you build with patients to the collaboration you foster with colleagues. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, we invite you to apply and be part of something truly vital.

UHS Binghamton General Hospital is seeking a skilled and motivated Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dedicated Surgical Services team. This role is essential in delivering safe, compassionate, and efficient perioperative care while supporting exceptional patient outcomes. The Operating Room RN is responsible for protecting, promoting, and optimizing patient health throughout the perioperative experience. This role emphasizes patient advocacy, clinical excellence, and adherence to professional nursing standards while fostering a caring and healing environment for patients and their families.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
Operating Room, UHS Binghamton General Hospital

Primary Work Shift:
Day Rotational

Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Compensation Range:
$40.70 - $61.05 per hour, depending on experience

Essential Functions:
Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that are performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Assesses, plans, delegates, coordinates, implements and evaluates nursing care in managing a group of patients, serving as a primary nurse and/or accountable nurse, when designated by unit assignment and consideration of factors related to safety, effectiveness, competency, cost and impact.
  
• Educates patient and family in health promotion and disease management using available resources.
  
• Utilizes a working knowledge of pharmacology and safely administers medications according to UHS Hospitals policy.
  
• Shares in responsibility for productivity and effective resources utilization including staffing, time management, supplies and services.
  
• Complies with all nursing practice standards, regulatory requirements, and UHS policies.
  
• Actively participates in and supports the Nursing Shared Governance Model by supporting the Unit Council, participating in improvement initiatives, and contributing to peer review practices.
  
• Actively engages in professional development, continuing nursing education, and completing all mandatory education requirements.
  
• Integrates nursing research and current evidence into practice.
  
• Provides a supportive learning environment for new employees and students.
  
• Performs duties related to the Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator role when assigned.
  

Non-Essential Functions:
Duties the employee may perform that are not essential as defined in the job description.

• Participates in the Clinical Ladder Program as knowledge and expertise develops.
  
• Will perform other duties as assigned
  

Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• A graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
  

Preferred:

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing
  
• Previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting
  

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• Current New York State Registered Nurse License.
  

Preferred:

• CCRN
  
• Relevant skills certification (i.e., ACLS, PALS, TNCC) as required by home unit assigned.
  

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Why You'll Love Working at UHS

At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection-to patients, to purpose, to each other-makes a difference. That's why we're intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we're here to help you thrive in work and life.

A Culture of Connection - We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.

Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family - We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.

Well-Being & Financial Security - From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we're here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.

Growth That Moves with You - With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

A Place to Call Home - Located in New York's Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career-we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York's Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region's population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.


At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission-we'd love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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