New Graduate Registered Nurse: Unity Hospital Adult ED Fellowship

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Location: Unity Hospital

Hours Per Week: 36 Hours

Schedule: Day/Evening and Evening/Night shifts (with every other weekend) available based on Unit Requirements

We are now accepting applications for the Unity Hospital Adult Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse Fellowship Program for December 2026 RN graduates - the start date of this cohort will be March 2027.

Summary

Start your nursing career at Rochester Regional Health in an education-oriented setting surrounded by a team devoted to your success. As a New Grad Registered Nurse (RN) you will learn alongside our dedicated professionals while becoming the future of exceptional patient care. Join our team and experience opportunities tailored to your growth across dynamic programs and specialties, allowing you to discover your passion.

The emergency department can be exciting and exhilarating. At Rochester Regional, we have some of the busiest emergency departments in the state, outside of New York City. Our ED fellowships, available only to recent nursing graduates, give you the opportunity to experience this fast-paced environment and determine if it's right for you.

The Adult ED Fellowship at Unity Hospital features:

• A cohort-based orientation

• Emergency Department training, along with additional opportunities to develop your nursing skillset through time spent medical & surgical units

• Frequent education sessions with Adult ED Fellowship leaders

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patient Care & Service: Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members

• Planning & Communication: Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress

• Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management: Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication

• Compliance: Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

• Registered Nurse license in New York State

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

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The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.