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ICU – Critical Care Nurse Residency Program (hiring now for October 2026 start) –RN Level 1

University of Rochester·City of Rochester, New York

$37 - $41/hr·Full Time·On Site
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0-2 yrs
·Posted 17 days ago
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About the role

Functions as a new graduate nurse providing direct patient care under the direction of a Nurse Manager. Contributes to unit activities and supports the enhancement of the care delivery system within the ICU.

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

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Work Shift

UR - Rotating (United States of America)

Range: UR URCE 215 H

Compensation Range

$39.25 - $52.99

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

General purpose

Functions as a new graduate nurse with less than one year of experience. Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, continues to build competency in the provision of direct patient care. Contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the unit level. Supports peers in the delivery of patient care services.

FT position, D/E/N, 8 and 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy

Adult Critical Care Nurse Residency Program is a twelve-month program designed to support nursing school graduates as they transition into their first professional nursing role.

The program consists of a series of work and learning experiences that emphasize and develop the clinical and leadership skills necessary for the advanced beginner nurse to become a successful part of the critical care health care team.

There are two tracks.

The Medical Track consists of Medical ICU, NeuroMedicine ICU and the Medical ICU and Progressive Care Unit.

The Surgical Track consists of Surgical ICU, Burn/Trauma ICU, and Surgical ICU and Progressive Care Unit SICU.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Requirements

Requires a nursing school graduate with less than one year of experience. Must be able to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.

  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Clinical Skills
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Leadership Skills
  • Patient Care Delivery
  • Critical Care Nursing

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$37 - $41/hr
Location
City of Rochester, New York
Posted
Jul 11, 2026
Application
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University of Rochester

The University of Rochester (UR) is a private, nonsectarian, research-intensive university located in Rochester, New York. The University grants bachelor's, masters, and doctoral degrees through seven schools and various interdisciplinary programs.The University enrolls over...

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IndustryHigher Education
TypeEducational
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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