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Early Careers Nursing

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Where Your Nursing Career Begins

At Rochester Regional Health, we do more than welcome new nurses — we invest in them. From day one, you’ll receive the support, training, and mentorship you need to build confidence and thrive in your role. With access to diverse clinical settings, career advancement pathways, and a team that treats you like family, this isn’t just a first job — it’s the start of a lasting, meaningful career. We’re here for it — and we’re here for you.

Registered Nurse Programs

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EXPLORE Nursing Program

Discover your path in nursing through EXPLORE — a unique, paid program for new graduates to build confidence, gain experience across units, and launch your career with support.

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ED Fellowship Program

Gain hands-on experience in one of the state’s busiest emergency departments through our year-long fellowship for recent nursing graduates.

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Critical Care Fellowship Program

Launch your nursing career in intensive care with a fellowship designed to build your skills, confidence, and readiness for the critical care environment.

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Perioperative Fellowship Program

Build a strong foundation in surgical nursing through our structured perioperative program, designed to train new nurses for success in the OR setting.

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Graduate Nurse Program

Start your career strong with paid NCLEX prep, guided Med/Surg placement, and a supportive transition into practice.

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EXCEL Nursing Internship Program

Turn classroom learning into real-world experience through our 10-week paid summer internship for nursing students.

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Licensed Practical Nurse Programs

Rochester Regional Health offers rewarding opportunities for new graduate Licensed Practical Nurses, providing a supportive environment to begin their nursing careers. With comprehensive orientation, ongoing mentorship, and opportunities for skill development, we help LPNs build confidence and deliver exceptional patient care from day one.

New Grad LPN Opportunities

Your future in nursing starts now. Apply today — we’re here for it.

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New Graduate RN- Unity Hospital

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New Graduate RN - Critical Care Fellowship

  • Rochester General Hospital (RGH)

New Graduate Nurse Dialysis Fellowship

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New Graduate Nurse - ED Fellowship - Unity Hospital

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Nurse Residency Program

The Nurse Residency Program helps new graduate nurses confidently transition from academic study to clinical practice through a 12-month, hands-on, mentorship-driven experience. The program builds clinical skills, professional resilience, and leadership abilities while fostering collaboration across diverse care settings.

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Clinical Ladder Program

The Clinical Ladder Program empowers nurses to grow professionally, enhance their skills, and advance their careers. Through education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities, the program recognizes and rewards nurses for their expertise, contributions, and commitment to excellence in patient care.

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Loan Repayment Program

Rochester Regional Health’s Loan Repayment Program provides eligible clinically licensed team members with $150 per month toward their student loans, up to a maximum of $10,000. This benefit helps reduce financial stress and supports team members in building a strong financial future.

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Certification Program

The Certification Program rewards nurses who achieve and maintain professional certifications with additional compensation. This program recognizes their advanced expertise, commitment to excellence, and dedication to providing the highest quality patient care.