New Graduate Registered Nurse: RGH Adult ED Fellowship

Job Title:

Registered Nurse

Location:

Rochester General Hospital EDHours Per Week: 40 Hours

Schedule:

Day/Evening and Evening/Night shifts (with every other weekend) available based on Unit Requirements We are now accepting applications for the Rochester General Hospital Adult Emergency Department (ED) Nurse Fellowship Program - 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 Rochester General Hospital features:

A cohort-based orientation

Emergency Department training, along with additional opportunities to develop your nursing skillset through time spent on Cardiac, Critical Care, and Medical-Surgical units

Weekly education sessions with RGH 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

EDUCATION:

AS:
Nursing (Required)
LICENSES /

CERTIFICATIONS:

BLS
- Basic Life Support
- American Heart Association (AHA), RN
- Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate
- Clinical
- Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform 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.

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