Join the Best of the Best

It takes a nurse with limitless compassion, a thorough knowledge of clinical practice, and a person with passion who never forgets that every day’s focus is firmly on the patient. Our nurses are at the heart of Kaleida Health’s high quality patient care, working alongside expert physicians and clinicians who use the latest, most innovative technology, treatments and procedures.

Kaleida Health nurses practice evidence-based patient care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Leadership is committed to strong support, professional growth and career development, and a progressive, inclusive work environment. We have more than 3,000 nurses who are the best of the best, and we invite you to be one of them.

Career Opportunities

At Kaleida Health, nurses choose where they practice, from adult and children’s hospital settings to clinics, long term care and visiting nursing. No other health system in the area offers as many opportunities to use your skills and knowledge across multiple areas without ever leaving the organization. Whether you are an experienced nurse or a new graduate, our extensive opportunities help you achieve your professional goals throughout your career.

Student Nurses

Clinical placements and resources for nursing students exploring a career at Kaleida Health.

Student Nurses

Graduate Nurses

Support, orientation and pathways designed for new graduate nurses beginning their careers.

Graduate Nurses

Nursing Practice Sites

Visiting Nursing Association

Home and community nursing through the VNA of Western New York, plus multiple community clinics.

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Nursing Orientation

Comprehensive, competency-based nursing orientations are offered monthly. Our clinical education team ensures that all Kaleida Health nurses have the information, training and resources they need to provide the best care and to grow professionally with full support from colleagues and leadership.

Clinical nurse educators are available on all shifts and foster enthusiasm for learning through a process that is collaborative, multidisciplinary, evidence-based and supported by professional standards. Classroom and online learning, a simulation skills lab, unit-based clinical orientation and specially trained preceptors are just a few of the methods we use to educate our new nurses.

Nursing Specialty Areas

Where Our Nurses Practice

  • Ambulatory Care

  • Community Primary and Specialty Clinics

  • Cardiac Care and Telemetry

  • Critical Care

  • Emergency Care

  • Home Care

  • Long-term Care

  • Medical and Surgical

  • Neonatal Intensive Care

  • Obstetrics

  • Surgical Services

  • Orthopedics

  • Pediatrics

  • Rehabilitation

Grow Your Nursing Career With Us

Explore current openings across our hospitals, clinics, long term care and home care, or learn about pathways for student and graduate nurses.

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