Nurse II - Full Time/Third Shift/ICU

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Nurse II for the ICU/Oncology unit. You will deliver skilled nursing care to oncology and ICU patients, educate families, and collaborate with physicians to implement treatment plans.

You will monitor patient status and respond to clinical changes while guiding a team of nurses and staff. The role offers professional growth through workshops and continued education in a fast-paced cancer care environment, with a focus on compassionate,

Qualifications

• Current NY RN license required.
• Oncology or critical care experience preferred.
• One year oncology/critical care or two years medical-surgical experience in acute care with Roswell Park orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert patient care for oncology and ICU patients.
• Educate patients and families on care plans and health maintenance.
• Collaborate with physicians and licensed providers to implement treatment plans.
• Monitor patient status and respond to evolving clinical needs.
• Lead and support a team of nurses and clinical staff to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Compassionate 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‑centred 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.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience License Requirement License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York. 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. 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 HR‑[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 (518) 474‑6988 or via email at [e-mail].

Welcome to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center:

America's first cancer center founded in 1898 by Dr. Roswell Park. As one of the largest employers in Western New York, Roswell has over 3,300 employees, including over 200 physicians and scientists and 400 nurses. It’s a new era at Roswell Park. Leading the way in cancer research, treatment and education for more than a century, today Roswell Park is setting our course for a second century of extraordinary advances in cancer research and treatment. Equipped with the best facilities, the sharpest and most creative minds, and the single objective of curing cancer, we stand on the threshold of historic discovery.