Registered Nurse - General, Urology & Colorectal Surgery - St. Joseph's Health

Company: St. Joseph's Health
Location: Syracuse
Posted on: June 16, 2026

Job Description:

At St. Joseph's Health, we're not just building a healthcare team-we're creating a community where you can thrive personally and professionally.
Currently offering up 10,000 in sign-on/retention bonus for qualified applicants.Unit 3-1, our General, Urology and Colorectal Surgery unit is a fast-paced, patient-focused surgical unit specializing in care for individuals undergoing general, urologic, and colorectal procedures, as well as patients with renal disease, including peritoneal dialysis (PD) at the bedside.
This is a Telemetry Class 2 floor, providing continuous cardiac monitoring as needed. Most patients are post-operative surgical cases arriving from PACU, with some direct admits from surgeons' offices or the ED.
Common Interventions include:
Drain and wound management
Wound vacs, G-tubes, J-tubes
Ostomies and urostomies
Peritoneal dialysis
Continuous bladder irrigation
Occasional chest tubes
Position Purpose
As a Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to surgical patients. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes and a seamless patient experience
What You Will Do
Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate patient care from admission through discharge.
Utilize clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and case management principles to support
Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with NYS regulations and national standards of practice.
Recognize and respond to situations requiring immediate intervention
Serve as a mentor, clinician, educator and collaborator within the care team
Specialized Training
Core EKG and Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) classes
Additional specialty education based on unit needs
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current NYS RN license
GN's or RN's with less than one year experience should apply to our Graduate Nurse Residency Program
Commitment to continuing education and maintaining licensure
Position Highlights & Benefits
Culture: Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values guide our practice. Shared governance ensures every voice is heard.
Professional Environment: Safe, supportive workplace with onsite parking for only $6/pay.
Benefits: Comprehensive packages including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 403B, tuition assistance, onsite fitness center, and daily pay option.
Professional Development: Clinical ladder incentives, generous tuition allowance, and leadership pathways.
Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options including Baylor weekend shifts with higher base pay
About St. Joseph's Health
Located in the heart of Central New York, St. Joseph's Health is nationally recognized for excellence in cardiac surgery, spine surgery, and coronary intervention. We are a designated Stroke Center, a U.S. News Best Regional Hospital, and a Best Maternity Hospital. Our network offers comprehensive care and innovative community-based health programs, creating a compassionate healing presence across the continuum of care.
Ready to join a nationally recognized team and make a difference?
Located in the heart of Central New York, St. Joseph's Health is nationally recognized for excellence in cardiac surgery, spine surgery, and coronary intervention. We are a designated Stroke Center, a U.S. News Best Regional Hospital, and a Best Maternity Hospital. Our network offers comprehensive care and innovative community-based health programs, creating a compassionate healing presence across the continuum of care
Pay Range: $37.60- $58.35
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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