What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse II - IMCU - Step Down Unit (Nights) position at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center?
- Title:** Nurse II - IMCU - Step Down Unit (Nights)
Regular **Company:** Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center **Department:** Nursing - 8 West **Time Type:** Full time **Weekly Hours:** 37.5 FTE: 0.9375 **Shift:** Third Shift (United States of America) **Summary:** We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate nurse to join our IMCU team in providing exceptional care to individuals with cancer and related health conditions. This role involves planning, delivering, and supervising comprehensive nursing interventions, including patient care, health education, and counseling. The nurse will assess and treat patient responses to actual or potential health problems, support life-sustaining and restorative care, and carry out medical regimens prescribed by physicians or other licensed healthcare providers. Responsibilities also include supervising Licensed Practical Nurses, Hospital Clinical Assistants, and clinical secretaries to ensure high-quality, coordinated care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth through active participation in educational programs, in-service training, and engagement with current clinical literature and best practices. **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.
- Incumbents will serve a one (1) year full-time probationary period as a Nurse II.
- Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.
Preferred candidate will be a dedicated and skilled registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and active CMSRN or OCN certification. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience in a critical care setting or at least two years of oncology experience in an inpatient hospital environment. This position requires a strong clinical foundation, excellent critical thinking skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
**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**
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