New Graduate Registered Nurse: Clifton Springs Adult ED Fellowship

Join Rochester Regional Health as a New Graduate Registered Nurse in the Clifton Springs Hospital Emergency Department Fellowship Program, designed exclusively for December 2026 RN graduates. This full-time position offers an education-oriented environment where you will learn alongside dedicated professionals in one of the busiest emergency departments in New York State outside of New York City. The fellowship provides an opportunity to experience the fast-paced ED setting and determine if emergency nursing is right for you.

Clinical Setting

The emergency department at Rochester Regional Health is a dynamic, high-volume clinical environment. This fellowship is available only to recent nursing graduates and provides structured support as you transition into professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process and collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members
• Perform various treatment procedures and provide physical, educational, and emotional support to patients, families, and friends
• Supervise assigned team members as appropriate
• Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient's unique needs with support from the interdisciplinary health team
• Maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans, and progress
• Demonstrate proficient use of the electronic health record (EHR), including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication
• Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, and 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 from the American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Schedule

• 36 hours per week, full-time
• Day, evening, and night shifts as required by the unit
• Weekends and holidays as required by the unit

Physical Requirements

This is a moderate clinical role requiring continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. The role involves frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Compensation

• Base pay range: $38.66 - $52.99 per hour
• Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts
• Eligible for additional pay components

Location

Clifton Springs, New York 14432