New Graduate Registered Nurse- United Memorial Medical Center

Join Rochester Regional Health as a New Graduate Registered Nurse at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. This position is designed for newly licensed nurses entering the profession in an education-oriented setting with dedicated support for your success. You will work alongside experienced professionals while developing clinical skills across dynamic programs and specialties.

Clinical Setting

United Memorial Medical Center is part of Rochester Regional Health. The role involves patient-facing clinical work in a busy hospital environment with exposure to infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation.

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

Schedule and Shifts

• 36 to 40 hours per week
• Day/Evening and Evening/Night shifts available based on unit assignment
• Every other weekend required

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

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. Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching are required 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. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are required. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee or their physician.

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $38.66 - $51.91
• Pay is determined by considering factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Individual rates may vary based on position details and full-time equivalent status.