Nurse II - Full Time/First Shift/ICU

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY, seeks a Registered Nurse for Nurse II on the ICU/First Shift. You will provide expert patient care, health education, and supportive counseling to oncology and ICU patients, coordinating with physicians to implement treatment plans and monitor status.

You will lead and support a dedicated team of nurses and staff, with opportunities for professional growth through workshops and continuing education in a fast-paced, specialized environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State.
• One year of full-time oncology nursing experience or critical care experience, or two years of medical-surgical experience in an acute care setting.
• Professional, compassionate, patient-centered care with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert patient care and health education to oncology and ICU-level patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and licensed providers to implement treatment plans and monitor status.
• Lead and support a team of nurses and clinical staff to ensure quality care.
• Promote professional growth through workshops and continuing education.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Critical care nursing

Patient care

Team leadership

Education

Registered Nurse License NY

Job description

Title

Nurse II - Full Time/First Shift/ICU

Job Type

Regular

Company

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department

Intensive Care Nursing Unit

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 complex critical health conditions. In this role, you’ll provide expert patient care, health education, and supportive counseling to oncology and ICU-level patients, delivering skilled nursing interventions that promote recovery, stability, and overall well-being. Working in a fast-paced, highly specialized environment, you’ll collaborate closely with physicians and licensed providers to implement treatment plans, monitor patient status, and respond to evolving clinical needs. You will also lead and support a dedicated team of nurses and clinical support staff while ensuring the highest standards of compassionate, patient-centered care. Beyond daily patient care, you’ll have opportunities for professional growth through workshops, in-service training, and continuing education. This is a rewarding opportunity to advance your nursing career in a supportive environment while helping patients and their families navigate some of the most critical moments of their healthcare journey. No matter where you are in your career journey - Roswell Park offers a welcoming environment to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

Compensation

The starting rate of pay for this position is $47.58 per hour. For the night shift, there is an additional night shift differential of $6.50 per hour. The listed pay rate reflects the potential compensation for this role, and the actual offer may vary based on the candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.

Learn More About Our Nursing Program

https://www.roswellpark.org/careers/nursing

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

License Requirement

License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time oncology nursing experience; or
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time critical care experience; or
• 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
• 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.

Note

• Incumbents will serve a one (1) year full-time probationary period as a Nurse II.
• 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].