Nurse II (First Shift/Full Time/Temporary-Benefited)

roswellpark; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Nurse II for First Shift. You will deliver expert patient care, health teaching, and counseling while coordinating with physicians and a care team.

The role supports ongoing education and professional development in a supportive oncology environment. The position is temporary but benefited, with a starting hourly rate of $49.32 and opportunities to grow within the Diagnostic Radiology department.

Qualifications

• Active New York State RN license.
• One year of oncology nursing experience or critical care/medical-surgical background.
• Certificate/experience aligning with Roswell Park nursing orientation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert patient care and education to oncology patients.
• Counsel patients and families; participate in care planning.
• Lead a nursing team and coordinate with physicians and licensed staff.
• Engage in ongoing education and workshops for professional development.
• Support Roswell Park’s core values of Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork.

Education

New York RN license

Oncology nursing experience

Critical care/medical-surgical experience

Job description

Title: Nurse II (First Shift/Full Time/Temporary-Benefited)

Job Type: Temporary, Benefited

Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department: Diagnostic Radiology

Time Type: Full time

Weekly Hours: 37.5 FTE: 0.9375

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Summary

Join our team as a Registered Nurse and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing cancer and cancer-related health challenges.

In this role, you'll provide expert patient care, health teaching, and counseling while delivering interventions that restore and support well-being. You'll work collaboratively with physicians and licensed providers to carry out medical regimens and lead a dedicated care team of nurses and clinical support staff. Beyond daily patient care, you'll also take part in professional development opportunities through workshops, in-service training, and ongoing education.

This is an opportunity to grow your nursing career in a supportive environment while helping patients and families navigate their most critical health journeys.

No matter where you are in your career journey - Roswell Park offers a welcoming environment to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

The starting rate of pay for this position is $49.32 per hour.

Learn more about our nursing program: https://www.roswellpark.org/careers/nursing

Qualifications

1. License Requirement: License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York.
2. Education and Experience:
   1. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time oncology nursing experience; or
   2. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time critical care experience; or
   3. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time medical-surgical experience in an acute care setting; or
   4. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time medical-surgical experience in an acute care setting and completion of Roswell Park nursing orientation with the ability to function independently at a satisfactory level for three (3) months (full-time) as a Nurse I at Roswell Park.
3. NOTE:
   1. Incumbents will serve a one (1) year full-time probationary period as a Nurse II.
   2. Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Historical Compensation Information Statement

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at [phone] or via email at [e-mail] .